The offender pleaded guilty to personating a police officer and simple possession of cocaine following an incident on Labour Day weekend 2015 in Toronto's entertainment district.
While intoxicated, the offender called 911 falsely identifying himself as an undercover officer being assaulted during a drug investigation, diverting significant police resources.
The offender was a 27-year-old first-time offender with no prior criminal record, employed as a project manager, and living with his family.
Post-offence, the offender demonstrated genuine remorse, completed drug counseling, performed over 100 hours of volunteer work, and made charitable donations.
The court imposed a conditional discharge with 18 months probation, finding that the offender's sincere remorse, rehabilitation efforts, and lack of criminal history warranted a non-custodial disposition without a conviction.