The accused pleaded guilty to multiple counts of possession of Schedule I substances for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds of crime under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
Police seized significant quantities of methamphetamine, cocaine, MDMA, GHB, and ketamine on two occasions, including while the accused was on bail.
The court considered the seriousness of commercial drug trafficking and the aggravating factor of reoffending while on bail against substantial mitigating factors including rehabilitation, addiction treatment, employment, and community support.
While the defence sought a conditional sentence, the court held that denunciation and general deterrence required a penitentiary sentence.
A global sentence of five years’ imprisonment was imposed before credit, reduced to three years and five days after credit for pre‑trial custody and strict bail conditions.
