A woman has been sentenced to three years in prison for causing two serious accidents linked to her alcohol consumption. Camille Chalifour, aged 35, previously pled guilty to charges related to driving under the influence, resulting in injuries from two separate incidents within a six-month period.
Details of the Incidents
The first accident occurred on April 2023 on Highway 40 in Portneuf. Chalifour collided with a vehicle carrying two foreign workers, both of whom suffered significant injuries and lost consciousness due to the impact.
- Date of First Accident: April 2023
- Location: Highway 40, Portneuf
- Victims: Two foreign workers
- Type of Injury: Serious injuries, loss of consciousness
Despite this incident, Chalifour continued to drive. Six months later, she caused another accident while returning from an outing in which she consumed nearly an entire bottle of cider. She made an unsafe maneuver, leading to a serious crash that involved four people and resulted in the vehicle flipping multiple times.
Legal Proceedings and Sentencing
Judge Frank D’Amours, who presided over the case, expressed concern over the defendant’s behavior. He highlighted that after experiencing the consequences of her actions previously, Chalifour chose to drive again while under the influence, which he deemed “irresponsible.”
- Date of Second Accident: October 2023
- Nature of Vandals’ actions: Erratic driving leading to multiple injuries
During the court proceedings, Chalifour acknowledged that she had driven under the influence on multiple occasions in the past. The judge noted her history of mental health struggles and substance abuse, which contributed to her decision to drive while intoxicated.
Judgment and Future Considerations
The final sentence imposed was a total of 39 months in detention, which is just over three years. Also, she will face a driving ban for 36 months upon her release. The judge emphasized that her actions posed a “present risk of reoffending.”
Prosecutor Me Camille Dubé initially sought a four-year sentence, stressing that there was nothing accidental about Chalifour’s actions. The defense argued for a two-year community service sentence, citing Chalifour’s commitment to sobriety.
In conclusion, the judge ultimately decided on a prison term, highlighting the need for accountability in light of Chalifour’s repeated disregard for the law, putting other lives at risk.
