Law360 Canada ( June 6, 2025, 1:56 PM EDT) -- Appeal by appellant J.C. from sentence imposed for guilty pleas to robbery and failure to comply with probation. J.C. had a lengthy criminal record and a history of alcohol and drug abuse. During the dangerous offender proceedings, he represented himself, expressing a desire to be declared a dangerous offender and receive an indeterminate sentence due to his frustration with delays in the process. The sentencing judge appointed an amicus to assist, but limited the role based on existing jurisprudence. J.C. argued that the limited appointment of amicus resulted in a miscarriage of justice, as it compromised the fairness of the hearing. He contended that the sentencing judge conflated the two stages of the dangerous offender analysis, as outlined in R. v. Boutilier....