A10 - The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, December 27, 2006 ‘Man sent to federal AN OLDER MAN will serve federal jail time for sexually assaulting five children several times over a decade. . Oo _ Matthew John Gwilliam, 60, was handed a sentence of two years less a day with two years of probation to follow on each of five charges of sexual assault against five children, all of whom ranged in age from five to 10 at the time of the incidents, which took place frorn 1996 to 2005. _ Although the sentence and probation time was — given for each count, Judge Ed de Walle ordered that the sentences run concurrently, giving Gwil- liam a total jail time of two years less one day. . with two years, probation to follow. , time:de Walle ordered a pre-sentence report to _°* be prepared to assist with sentencing, a common practice: Gwilliam will serve his time at a federal penitentiary in Chilliwack so he can partake in an 18-month rehabilitation program for sex offend- ETS eh, a _. The facility. and the sentence time allow for eS) A . oy of Do “Gwilliam had plead guilty Aug. 29 at which | _jail time was appropriate. .. 4 oe * “T have concluded based on all the facts that - "completion of the rehab program, Crown pros- a conditional sentence order is not appropriate in ~ '° Tl-alcoholic beers, for those who still énjoy the real taste of beer without the alcohol. "Often party planners will make arrangements for guests to sleep over so that there is no ris ~ -while under the influence of alcohol. If your host has organized a lift home for you either with a friend or by running you . home themselves, accept graciously - remember if they didn’t want to do it they wouldn't have offered... . “Sgt. Don Murray, NCO I/C North Pacific Traffic Services advises that this year, motorists can expect to see’ increased traffic enforcement in a number of locations, in particular Kitimat, Prince Rupert and Terrace. Motorists . , and passengers are reminded to make arrangements-for a safe ride home if they plan to consume <” liquor. Also wear their seatbelts at all times, as they are less likely to be injured or killed in a “motor vehicle collision if they, are wearing their seatbelts. Traffic Services will be working “in partnership with your local detachment and other agencies to address Road Safety. & STANDARD 3210 Clinton Street, Terrace, B.C. 638-7283 ‘Cedarland Tire Service 4929 Keith Ave., Terrace, B.C. + 635-6170 “Don’t put your life on the line. Think safety!’’| 4744 Lakelse, Terrace - 635-1994 4912 Highway 16 West, Terrace, 635-6558 www.terraceautomall.com ecutor Barry Zacharias’ told the court during his submissions for sentencing. The case is tricky because the victim’s wounds aren’t similar to gaping wounds suffered from a smashed window but are more subtle and took place over many years, he said. Zacharias argued that jail time was appropri- ate considering that if the case had gone to trial, the court would likely have sentenced Gwilliam to jail time.: _ Defence counsel Gordon was fair to say.that Gwilliam took advantage of the situations that arose and said Gwilliam knows » he harmed the children, just not to what extent. : '.When the offences came to light, Gwilliam didn’t want the children to have to:testify, court _ heard. . — Crampton said a conditional sentence would be appropriate for his client. . ‘In handing down his decision, de Walle said a ry 4 2 sua (ee: 14 iif Friends Don’t Let Crampton ‘agreed it - must refrain from accessing the internet. this case,” he said. ‘He noted the factors in Gwilliam’s favour were that he didn’t prey on children but took advantage — of available opportunities, had no history of im- proper behaviour with children prior to-1996 and had plead guilty at his first opportunity. Factors against Gwilliam were the young ages of his victims, his lack of understanding of the ef- fects of his actions, that the offences took place. over a decade and that his recent retirement and the:eath of his wife could increase his risk to re- offend.. ae .Conditions of Gwilliam’s probation:,include living at a residence approved by his probation officer, attending, participating in‘and complet- ing any sex offender rehabilitation or counselling programs. recommended by his probation officer, | abstaining from contact with anyone under. age ‘18 unless supervised by a sober adult who’s been made aware of his conviction and to:not possess ‘any child pornography. a an Gwilliam may not own or use a computer and . Whether you are going toa fancy work party, ord casval or traditional family get together, it is important to plan ahead.and — : \. ~ designate a driver for the day/evening. 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