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Justice, Deportation, and a Four-Year Sentence | Canada News
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A man convicted of sexual assault causing severe physical and psychological harm to a woman who was too intoxicated to consent faces deportation under Canadian law — prompting a judge to reduce his sentence from five to four years, citing the harsh collateral consequences as a key factor in her decision. Despite the defense’s deeply offensive and sexist remarks during sentencing, the judge stood firm on the facts, emphasizing that Reyes Loor’s immigration status doesn’t excuse the crime — but it does shape the justice system’s response. The victim continues to grapple with trauma, describing once-safe spaces as now fragile, while the court acknowledges the profound impact of this conviction.
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