The appellant police constable appealed a finding of guilt for discreditable conduct and a penalty of two weekly rest days.
The charge arose from the appellant causing Bell Canada to place tracing equipment on a telephone without notifying the local police authority or properly concluding the investigation.
The Ontario Civilian Police Commission found that while the appellant's actions caused some irritation to Bell Canada personnel and demonstrated poor judgment, they did not amount to a major offence of discreditable conduct.
The appeal was sustained and the charge was dismissed.
