R. v. J.J. [Provincial Court, Didsbury, May 2015]

– J.J. was the driver and registered owner of a vehicle transporting three other males. The vehicle was pulled over, the police detected the smell of marijuana and arrested J.J. along with the other three occupants. Along with cocaine and marijuana approximately $1000.00 was found, as well as multiple cellphones and a scale. J.J. was charged with possession of both cocaine and marijuana for the purpose of trafficking as well as simple possession of cocaine and marijuana. Ms. Fagan was successful in having all charges against J.J. withdrawn without J.J. ever having to step foot in a courtroom.