I'm not 100% sure jail time is the most appropriate for someone who kills someone while driving drunk either. If they are a repeat offender and caught driving while suspended then sure - that's someone who obviously is showing no signs of getting themselves turned around and doesn't give a crap about the safety of the public. We can all make a mistake once - it's what you do after that shows what kind of human being you are.
Rather than spend the money to jail them for life - I'd like to see them forced sober for life and tested weekly. Add to that they are financially responsible for the children left behind.
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