The tragic crash that claimed the lives of a mother and three children is prompting a big question: should the parents of the 18-year-old accused of causing the accident bear responsibility?
Chase Jones, the 18-year-old driver, is alleged to have caused the deadly crash in Renton. Community members now question as to why Jones was allowed to continue driving, especially after totaling two other cars in less than a year.Former prosecutor Mark Lindquist sheds light on the legal implications. While there might not be criminal liability for the parents, they could face civil responsibility under negligent entrustment if they own the car and loaned it to their son.
"Insurance for an 18-year-old with a bad driving record, like we have here, is prohibitively expensive, so it's possible he was on his parent's insurance policy."The Audi was allegedly purchased a month before the crash and it still had temporary plates on it. Jones had just totaled another car on Jan. 23.However, amidst the legal discussions, community members expressed bewilderment over how Jones was allowed to drive, considering his previous driving history.
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