The appellant appealed convictions for sexual assault and sexual interference.
The Court of Appeal found that the trial judge erred in assessing the complainant's credibility by finding a lack of motive to fabricate, which was not supported by evidence and improperly bolstered the complainant's testimony.
The court also addressed the standard for production of Children's Aid Society records, noting a lower privacy interest than counselling records.
The appeal was allowed, and a new trial ordered due to the credibility assessment error.