This is a serious criminal charge, as the New York statutes state:

"§ 125.10 Criminally negligent homicide.

A person is guilty of criminally negligent homicide when, with  criminal negligence, he causes the death of another person.  

Criminally negligent homicide is a class E felony."

A Class E felony is punishable by up to four years in prison and up to a $5,000.00 fine. 

In regards to the fatal New York bicycle accident, the accused defendant was allegedly driving without a license.  He sped through a red light and collided with the bicyclist.  The man killed was only 18 years old and he was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision.  In addition to the criminal liability the defendant faces, he could also face substantial civil liability if the family of the deceased brings an action with the help of a New York wrongful death lawyer.

Wrongful death actions of this type can seek a high amount of damages, as part of the damages calculation involves lost future earnings.  Since the victim here was so young, he could be viewed as someone who had decades of earnings ahead of him.  However, rather than attempting to handle this situation by yourself, you need to concentrate on being with family during this time of sadness.  Contact New York personal injury lawyers who have a long track record of holding those responsible for unnecessary losses accountable.  Schedule a free initial consultation with Fitzgerald & Fitzgerald today.