The appellant was stopped by a police officer while driving away from a hotel shortly after closing time.
The officer noted signs of impairment, and the appellant subsequently failed a breathalyzer test.
The appellant challenged his conviction for impaired driving, arguing the stop was unauthorized and violated his right against arbitrary detention under section 9 of the Charter.
The Supreme Court of Canada dismissed the appeal, holding that the stop was authorized by section 119 of the Highway Traffic Act.
The Court found the stop was not arbitrary as the officer had an articulable cause, and even if it were considered a random stop, it would be justified under section 1 of the Charter.
