The possible sentence for reckless driving is one to six years in prison, with probation available. Probation is not an option in Nevada for a conviction on a charge of DUI causing death, which carries a possible sentence of two to 20 years in state prison. Ruggs was released from a hospital and taken to jail ahead of an initial court appearance scheduled on Wednesday.Ĭlark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson did not immediately respond to messages about the charges. Ruggs faces felony charges of driving under the influence of alcohol resulting in death and reckless driving, court records show. Police are prohibited by federal privacy law from disclosing medical information, said Officer Larry Hadfield, a department spokesman. Ruggs 'showed signs of impairment,' police said in a statement that did not identify the woman who died, the injuries that Ruggs or his passenger received or name Ruggs' passenger, who remained hospitalized. The woman was not immediately identified.
The Toyota burst into flames and the driver and her dog died, police said.
