Supreme Court

Decision Information

R v Sigurdson

Court Supreme Court
Date 1999-01-20
File numbers CR 03586
Judge(s) Tallis
Location Rankin Inlet
Cases and statutes considered Statutes considered:
Criminal Code, R.S.C. 1985, c. C-46, s. 249 ( 3 )
Criminal Code, R.S.C. 1985, c. C-46, s. 252
Decision information:

Summary: Conviction for failing to remain at the scene of an accident and dangerous driving causing bodily harm -- accused struck victim and left the scene -- accused 18 years old with no criminal record at the time of offence, but problems with excessive use of alcohol
Decision: Sentence determined - one year imprisonment, concurrent on each charge plus a 2 year driving prohibition
Subjects: Criminal law - Motor vehicle offences - Dangerous driving
Keywords: Failing to stop at the scene of an accident
Sentencing - deterrence

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