The defendant pleaded guilty to two counts: possession of child pornography and bestiality.
The Crown sought a four-month custodial sentence, while the Defence argued for a conditional sentence, citing the defendant's rehabilitative efforts and low risk of re-offending.
The court, guided by the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in R. v. Friesen, emphasized the objectives of denunciation and deterrence for child sexual exploitation offences.
Despite the defendant's personal circumstances and progress in rehabilitation, the court found that a custodial sentence was necessary due to the gravity of the offences and their significant impact on the victims.
The defendant was sentenced to a total of three months' custody, followed by two years of probation, a 10-year prohibition order under s. 161 of the Criminal Code, and a 20-year SOIRA order.
