The Crown appealed the 20-month sentence (7 months plus 13 months pre-trial custody credit) imposed on the respondent for pointing a firearm, assault with a weapon, and possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order.
The respondent had a lengthy criminal record, was on probation for harassing the victim, and was subject to a lifetime firearms prohibition.
The Court of Appeal found the sentence demonstrably unfit, noting the serious facts and negative pre-sentence report.
The appeal was allowed, and the sentence was increased to three years (23 months going forward after credit).
