Killer drivers will face life in jail as parents of young girl who was mown down welcome move

Drivers who kill while driving dangerously will face life in jail under sentencing guidelines set to be announced by the Justice Secretary. In plans originally announced back in December 2017, the Government is introducing tougher jail times for anyone convicted of causing death by dangerous driving - which can include motorists who are racing, speeding, using their phone or who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Violet-Grace Youens, four, died after being mown down by a speeding driver in a 2017 crash in St Helens Yesterday Justice Secretary Robert Buckland announced 'Violet-Grace's law' was being introduced, meaning motorists who cause death by speeding, racing or using a mobile phone could face life terms from next year. Under the new rules, offenders who cause loss of life by careless driving while under the influence of drink or drugs could also face life in prison. Justice Secretary Robert Buckland announced 'Violet-Grace's law' was being introduced, meaning motorists who cause death by speeding, racing or using a mobile phone could face life terms from next year 'So, today I am announcing that we will bring forward legislation early next year to introduce life sentences for dangerous drivers who kill on our roads, and ensure they feel the full force of the law.