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Criminal Code, section 244(2)(a)

Discharging a restricted or prohibited firearm with intent

Maximum
14 years
Mandatory minimum
5 years
Kind of offence
Firearms

Indictable only. MMP of 5 years first offence (7 years second or subsequent) with a restricted or prohibited firearm, or any firearm for a criminal organization (s.244(2)(a)).

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1 case with this offence

  1. April 1, 2026
    R. v. Delair, 2026 BCSC 880Manslaughter with a firearm; Robbery with a restricted or prohibited firearm; Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm; Discharging a restricted or prohibited firearm with intent, Maple Ridge. Justice Eric V. Gottardi
    15 years global custody, less 927 days credit for pre-trial custody (4,548 days remaining)

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