The accused, Raffaello Fattore, pleaded guilty to extortion under s. 346(1.1)(b) of the Criminal Code.
The Crown sought a custodial sentence of at least 120 days, emphasizing general deterrence and denunciation.
The Defence requested a suspended sentence with probation, citing the accused's youth, lack of prior record, and the severe impact on his legal career aspirations.
The court, considering sentencing principles, found the offence to be at the low end of the extortion spectrum, without violence or weapons.
It determined that specific deterrence did not require custody and that the accused had high rehabilitation potential.
The court imposed a suspended sentence with 18 months probation, including conditions such as 100 hours of community service, and a DNA order, but declined a firearms prohibition order.
