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What is dangerous driving?

Causing death by dangerous driving is a serious offence. It means a driver's actions fell far below what's expected of a competent driver, and this directly led to someone's death. This could involve excessive speed, racing, or using a phone. The arrest in Birmingham suggests police believe the driver's actions were severely negligent.

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