T. J. Carey

The offender was convicted of two counts of trafficking marijuana.

He was found with approximately 10 kilograms of marijuana in his vehicle and half a kilogram at his home.

The court considered his prior record for the same offence and that he was on probation at the time.

Mitigating factors included his genuine remorse, his bipolar disorder diagnosis, and the stringent bail conditions he endured.

The court sentenced the offender to 9 months in custody, less credit for pre-sentence custody, followed by two years of probation.

The accused was tried for one count of sexual assault.

The complainant alleged that the accused, an old friend, sexually assaulted her in her apartment.

The accused testified and categorically denied any sexual contact, stating he left after the complainant became emotional.

Applying the W.D. framework, the court found the accused's testimony straightforward and credible, concluding his exculpatory explanation could reasonably be true.

The accused was acquitted.