FARMINGTON, Maine (Sun-Journal) A Maine woman who was accused of driving while intoxicated during a fatal crash has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge in an agreement with the state.
The Sun Journal reports Danielle Larochelle faces up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000 after pleading guilty to aggravated operating under the influence.
She initially faced up to 30 years on a manslaughter charge and 10 years for operating under the influence resulting in death. Larochelle was driving when her vehicle crashed into trees in July 2018. She told police she was trying to avoid a deer.
One of her three passengers was ejected from the car and died.
