Rhode Island uses "DUI resulting in death" under § 31-27-2.2 as the primary charge for fatal DUI cases. Other states use the term "vehicular homicide" or "vehicular manslaughter." Rhode Island also has a related but separate charge, driving so as to endanger, resulting in death, under § 31-27-1, which does not require proof of intoxication and carries up to 10 years.
What is the difference between DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide in Rhode Island?RI DUI Laws2026-10-29T22:23:31+00:00