Man Keeps Lakeside Home After Conviction | Toronto News

A Halifax man convicted of drug and money-laundering charges will keep his million-dollar lakeside home — but must pay a $240,000 fine instead. The judge ruled forfeiture inappropriate since the property was funded by both legal and illegal money, emphasizing that forfeiture laws target criminal profits, not punishment. While the house stays, other assets like a pontoon boat, hot tub, and $47,000 in cash were seized. Boudreau faces up to 13 years in prison, with sentencing set for September 16th — and if he can’t pay the fine within three years, he’ll serve an extra two. His convictions also include conspiracy to distribute cannabis and illegal firearm possession. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f8e9ff9cfdeaf5be