The accused was found guilty of impaired driving causing bodily harm after a single motor vehicle collision that resulted in life-altering injuries to her passenger.
The Crown sought an 18-month custodial sentence, while the defence sought a conditional sentence.
The court considered the recent Bill C-5 amendments that made conditional sentences available for this offence.
Despite the serious aggravating factors and the paramount objectives of denunciation and deterrence, the court found that a 21-month conditional sentence with strict house arrest and GPS monitoring was appropriate due to the accused's young age, significant rehabilitation efforts during pandemic-related delays, and history of trauma.
A 3-year probation order and a driving prohibition were also imposed.
