Someone behind the wheel of a self-driving car should not be legally responsible if it is involved in a crash, according to new proposals. A joint report by legal review bodies recommended that a clear distinction is made between features which just assist drivers, such as adaptive cruise control, and those that are self-driving. The Law Commission of England and Wales and the Scottish Law Commission called for legal reforms that mean the person in the driving seat of a self-driving car would be immune from prosecution “if anything goes wrong”, such as speeding or running a red light. Under the plan, the company or body that obtained authorisation for the technology would instead face sanctions. Whoever is in the driving seat would remain responsible for other duties such as obtaining insurance, checking loads and ensuring child passengers wear seat belts. The Law Commissions also recommended that passenger services conducted …