A sentence of 6 years and 6 months for trafficking in a commercial quantity of methylamphetamine (417.7 grams at 76-82% purity), described as mid-range offending, was upheld as within range where the offender had a relevant prior trafficking conviction and offended while on both a CCO and bail. The weight of drugs cannot be used as the chief determinant of sentence. Current sentencing practices are only one of many factors in the sentencing synthesis.
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