Officer David Forbes

The accused was charged with firearms, drug, and driving offences following police surveillance, a vehicle stop, and an apartment search.

The court found that the accused did not know unmarked police vehicles were pursuing him when he fled an intersection, believing instead he was escaping gang violence.

Furthermore, the Crown failed to prove the accused had constructive possession of a firearm and marijuana found in a friend's apartment.

The accused was acquitted of all charges, including dangerous driving and mischief to property, as the Crown failed to prove the essential elements beyond a reasonable doubt.

The Crown brought a motion on a voir dire to qualify a police officer as an expert witness in drug trafficking.

The accused was charged with possession of marijuana and a prohibited firearm.

The court considered the officer's 12 years of police experience, including two years on the drug squad, involvement in numerous drug investigations, surveillance, undercover buys, informant handling, and specialized training courses.

Applying the R. v. Mohan criteria, the court found the expert evidence relevant, necessary, and not subject to any exclusionary rule.

The officer was deemed properly qualified based on his extensive practical experience and formal training.

The application to admit the officer's expert testimony was granted.