The applicant, convicted of first degree murder for the sexual assault and murder of his wife, applied under the 'faint hope clause' (s. 745.6 of the Criminal Code) for a reduction in his 25-year parole ineligibility period.
The court conducted a judicial screening to determine if there was a substantial likelihood that a jury would unanimously recommend early parole.
Finding that the applicant maintained his innocence, showed no meaningful character change, and that the index offence was highly aggravating, the court concluded the applicant failed to meet the burden.
The application was dismissed.
