Question

You have a pedestrian crossing a main roadway, mid-block, when he is about halfway across he gets hit by a vehicle. The pedestrian is killed and the driver of the vehicle showed signs of impairment. He blew a .125.

Who is at fault for the collision, support your answer? Is there criminal charges?

Answer 1

Answer: The driver of the vehicle is responsible for the accident because he was driving while impaired.

Explanation: A blood alcohol level of .125 is above the legal limit and the driver was violating a criminal statute and would be responsible for the death of the pedestrian.