The offender was convicted of luring after maintaining a virtual sexual relationship with a 14-year-old for over two years.
At sentencing, the defence sought a conditional sentence, arguing the mandatory minimum was unconstitutional based on recent Superior Court decisions.
The court held it was bound by Court of Appeal precedent upholding the mandatory minimum, making a conditional sentence unavailable.
Applying the principles from Friesen, the court emphasized denunciation and deterrence, sentencing the offender to 18 months in custody followed by two years of probation.
