The accused was sentenced after being found guilty of unlawful possession of a loaded restricted firearm contrary to s. 95(1) of the Criminal Code and possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking contrary to s. 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
The court found the accused was carrying a loaded handgun, drugs, ammunition, cash, and two cell phones consistent with drug trafficking activity.
Despite being a youthful first offender with no prior record, the court emphasized the serious public safety risks associated with the combination of firearms and drug trafficking.
The court determined that a fit sentence before credit was four years’ imprisonment.
Applying enhanced credit for pre‑sentence custody under s. 719(3.1) of the Criminal Code and additional credit for strict house‑arrest bail conditions, the court imposed a final custodial sentence of 35 months’ imprisonment.