UK to give banned drivers longer sentences for fatal car accidents

Disqualified drivers who kill while behind the wheel will face longer jail terms under tougher sentences announced by the UK's Justice Secretary Chris Grayling.

UK to give banned drivers longer sentences for fatal car accidents

Disqualified drivers who kill while behind the wheel will face longer jail terms under tougher sentences announced by the UK's Justice Secretary Chris Grayling.

Offenders who defy driving bans will be hit with up to 10 years in prison if they cause death and up to four years for serious injuries under the law reforms, which will be introduced next year.

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