Criminal Liability for Involuntary Manslaughter
1. Involuntary Manslaughter
Any person who, through negligence, causes the death of another person shall be subject to non-custodial reform for up to 03 years or imprisonment from 01 year to 05 years.
If the offense results in the death of 02 or more persons, the offender shall be subject to imprisonment from 03 years to 10 years.
2. Involuntary Manslaughter Due to Violation of Professional or Administrative Rules
Any person who, through negligence and by violating professional rules or administrative rules, causes the death of another person shall be subject to imprisonment from 01 year to 05 years.
If the offense results in the death of 02 or more persons, the offender shall be subject to imprisonment from 05 years to 12 years.
The offender may also be subject to a prohibition from holding certain positions, practicing certain professions, or performing certain jobs for a term of 01 year to 05 years.
Legal grounds: Articles 128 and 129 of the 2015 Criminal Code.
