[§707-702.5]  Negligent homicide in the
first degree.  (1)  A person is guilty of the offense of negligent homicide
in the first degree if that person causes the death of another person by the
operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner while under the influence of drugs
or alcohol.



(2)  Negligent homicide in the first degree is
a class B felony. [L 1988, c 292, pt of §1]



 



COMMENTARY ON §707-702.5



 



  Act 292, Session Laws 1988, added this section to redefine
negligent homicide in the first degree.  The legislature felt that stronger
measures were needed to protect the public and to deter those who negligently
operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, which
results in bodily injury or death to others.  Senate Conference Committee
Report No. 278, House Conference Committee Report No. 105-88.