(a)      A person may not cause the death of another as a result of the person's negligently driving, operating, or controlling a motor vehicle or vessel while:

            (1)      under the influence of alcohol; or

            (2)      under the influence of alcohol per se.

      (b)      A violation of this section is:

            (1)      homicide by motor vehicle or vessel while under the influence of alcohol; or

            (2)      homicide by motor vehicle or vessel while under the influence of alcohol per se.

      (c)      A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.