The offender pleaded guilty to possession of hydromorphone for the purpose of trafficking and operating a conveyance while prohibited.
The Crown sought a penitentiary sentence of 4 to 5 years, while the defence sought 2 to 2.5 years, emphasizing the overly harsh conditions of pre-sentence custody, including extensive lockdowns and triple bunking.
The court found that the Duncan and Marshall test was met, warranting a reduction in sentence.
The offender was sentenced to a global net term of 236 days in custody, after receiving enhanced credit for pre-sentence custody.
