If a person operates a motor vehicle while intoxicated and negligently causes an accident that results in the death of another person, the operator may be charged with the criminal offense of intoxication manslaughter.

Some states have a broader definition of the criminal offense of intoxication manslaughter and may charge an intoxicated person who negligently causes the death of another person while operating a motor vehicle, an aircraft, a watercraft, or an amusement ride with the crime of intoxication manslaughter. Intoxication manslaughter is a felony offense and may be punished by significant jail or prison time.

Laws vary from state to state, and some states have criminal offenses such as vehicular manslaughter or vehicular homicide, as provided by the state’s statutes, and may charge an intoxicated person who negligently causes the death of another motorist with such a crime.

Intoxication manslaughter laws are generally located in a state's statutes—often in the penal or criminal code.

In North Dakota, if a person operates a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs and negligently causes an accident that results in the death of another person, they may be charged with the criminal offense of negligent homicide under North Dakota Century Code 12.1-16-01. While North Dakota law does not specifically use the term 'intoxication manslaughter,' the concept is similar to what some states may label as such. Negligent homicide is a class C felony in North Dakota, which can result in imprisonment and fines. The state's laws regarding driving under the influence (DUI) are also relevant, as operating a vehicle while intoxicated is illegal and can lead to additional charges. It's important to note that laws can vary significantly from state to state, and some states may have specific statutes labeled 'intoxication manslaughter' or 'vehicular homicide' that address similar circumstances.