MURDER & HOMICIDE LAW — CALIFORNIA
Involuntary Manslaughter in California — PC §192(b) Gross Negligence
Involuntary manslaughter is an unintentional killing through gross negligence or during an unlawful act. It carries 2–4 years in state prison and is the least serious homicide charge in California.
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Involuntary Manslaughter California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §192(b)
- Classification
- Felony
- Maximum Penalty
- 2, 3, or 4 years state prison
- Probation Eligible
- Yes
- Strike Offense
- Yes — serious felony
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