Manslaughter by criminal negligence generally involves less culpability than other forms of manslaughter, though there is no inflexible rule. A sentence of 10 years for manslaughter by criminal negligence involving failure to seek medical assistance, where the offender pleaded guilty, showed remorse, and was youthful, was manifestly excessive and was reduced to 8 years. Sentences in Victoria for manslaughter by criminal negligence have generally been more lenient than for other forms of manslaughter.
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