Ivey v. State

Mark David Ivey (“the defendant”) appeals his conviction and sentence for vehicular homicide, DUI manslaughter, and leaving the scene of a fatal accident. We reverse in part, and affirm in part.

While on the interstate, the defendant struck a vehicle and continued driving. After the impact, the other vehicle hit a retaining wall, killing the driver. Florida Highway Patrol investigated, determined that the defendant was drunk, and arrested him.

The State charged and tried the defendant on one count each of vehicular homicide, DUI manslaughter, and leaving the scene of a fatal accident. The jury…