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Texas woman gets 7 years for killing SMU student in drunk driving crash
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Key Points:
- Lynlee Pollis, 30, was sentenced to seven years in prison for intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault after a September 2023 drunk-driving crash that killed 19-year-old SMU student Honor Wallace and injured her friend.
- Following her prison term, Pollis must serve 10 years of probation, including 15 days in jail annually, with some jail dates coinciding with victims' birthdays, her own birthday, and the crash anniversary.
- The crash occurred when Pollis, driving at 67 mph in a 35-mph zone, ran a red light and collided with Wallace’s vehicle; Pollis had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.294%, nearly four times the legal limit.
- Victims' families delivered emotional statements condemning Pollis for her actions and perceived lack of accountability during the trial, which lasted two and a half weeks.
- Pollis' defense argued for probation citing her lack of prior felony convictions, but the jury deliberated for about three hours before delivering the verdict and sentencing.
