§ 2-503. Homicide by motor vehicle or vessel while under the influence of alcohol or under the influence of alcohol per se

2-503. Homicide by motor vehicle or vessel while under the influence of alcohol or under the influence of alcohol per se

Prohibited

(a) A person may not cause the death of another as a result of the person's negligently driving, operating, or controlling a motor vehicle or vessel while:

(1) under the influence of alcohol; or

(2) under the influence of alcohol per se.

Name of crime

(b) A violation of this section is:

(1) homicide by motor vehicle or vessel while under the influence of alcohol; or

(2) homicide by motor vehicle or vessel while under the influence of alcohol per se.

Penalty

(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.