The offender was convicted of possession of 64.1 grams of crystal methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking and possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace.
He was arrested in an apartment stairwell while intoxicated and brandishing a knife.
The Crown sought a 4-year sentence, emphasizing denunciation and deterrence, while the offender sought a sentence under 4.5 months to preserve immigration appeal rights.
The court sentenced the offender to 4 years imprisonment, less 19.5 months credit for pre-sentence custody, finding that his addiction and the circumstances required a sentence long enough to facilitate rehabilitation and protect the public.
