The accused, A.Y. was charged with Fraud over $5,000, Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, and laundering the proceeds of crime. The accused was facing very serious offenses. The crown’s initial position was jail and a criminal conviction followed by probation. Counsel Jonathan Pyzer represented the accused and successfully highlighted to the crown the significance of such a sentence to the accused. The crown agreed to withdraw all the charges, on the payment of upfront restitution.
R. v. A.Y.
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