The accused was charged with possession of marijuana under 3 kg for the purpose of trafficking contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, and possession of break-in instruments contrary to section 351(1) of the Criminal Code.
Police discovered 211 grams of marijuana in the accused's vehicle, along with digital scales, cash, and break-in tools.
The accused held a valid medical marijuana authorization permitting possession of 45 grams only.
The Crown relied on circumstantial evidence including text messages, packaging of marijuana in multiple baggies, and expert testimony regarding street jargon and drug pricing.
The accused testified that all marijuana was for personal use due to chronic pain management.
The court found the accused guilty of trafficking but acquitted him of the break-in tools charge.
