California Penal Code §192b-pc — Involuntary Manslaughter
PC §192(b) punishes an unintentional killing arising from criminal negligence or a misdemeanor-level unlawful act. Triad 2, 3, or 4 years under §193(b). See the primary entry for full detail.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney · Involuntary Manslaughter Cases in All LA County Courts
01 — Quick Facts
PC §192b-pc — Involuntary Manslaughter at a Glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Classification | Felony (straight) |
| Sentence | 2, 3, or 4 years state prison (§193(b)) |
| Strike | No |
| Free Consultation | (213) 723-2337 — Rubin Law, P.C. |
01 — What Is PC §192b-pc?
What Is California Penal Code §192b-pc?
PC §192b-pc Reads:
"See PC §192(b) — Involuntary Manslaughter."
— California Penal Code §192(b)
PC §192(b) is California's involuntary-manslaughter statute. See the full page at /criminal-laws/penal-codes/%c2%a7-192b-pc/.
Official Sources
02 — Elements of the Crime
Elements the Prosecution Must Prove Under PC §192b-pc
See primary entry.
Death of another
A human being was killed.
Criminal negligence
Gross deviation from reasonable-person standard.
04 — Penalties
Penalties for PC §192b-pc Involuntary Manslaughter in California
2, 3, or 4 years state prison.
| Charge | Code | Prison Term | Probation | Strike |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| §192(b) | PC §192(b) | 2, 3, or 4 years | Available | No |
Additional Consequences Beyond Prison
- Firearm ban
- CIMT / aggravated felony immigration exposure
Sentencing References
05 — Defense Strategies
How Rubin Law Defends PC §192b-pc Involuntary Manslaughter Charges
See primary entry.
No Criminal Negligence
Conduct did not grossly deviate from reasonable standard.
Mens Rea
Constitutional Sources
07 — Court Process
How PC §192b-pc Involuntary Manslaughter Cases Move Through Los Angeles Courts
Felony filing.
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Step 1 — Filing
§187 vs §192(b) analysis.
Los Angeles Courts That Handle PC §192b-pc Involuntary Manslaughter Cases
LA County.
Reviewed by Your Attorney
Daniel S. Rubin — Los Angeles Involuntary Manslaughter Defense Attorney
Daniel S. Rubin has defended clients charged with involuntary manslaughter and related offenses in Los Angeles County courts — including Clara Shortridge Foltz, Van Nuys, Compton, and Pomona. He understands that these cases are won in the details: the suppression hearing that eliminates key evidence, the preliminary hearing cross-examination that exposes a weak witness, the penalty phase argument that keeps a client out of the worst outcome.
This page was written and reviewed by Daniel A. Rubin, Los Angeles criminal defense attorney, CA State Bar 302093, with 10+ years of experience defending clients charged under PC §192b-pc in Los Angeles County. Last reviewed: July 2026.
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09 — FAQs
PC §192b-pc Involuntary Manslaughter Questions — Los Angeles
Is §192(b) a strike?
No.
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PC §192(b) — Involuntary Manslaughter
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