Men Sentenced For Sending 467.89 Grams Of Ganja Through The Mailbox
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By Alric Lindsay
Alton Ricardo Campbell and Damari Roberto Green appeared before Magistrate Gunn in Summary Court today, February 17, 2025, to face ganja importation charges whereby they arranged for 467.89 grams of ganja to be sent through a mailbox. Campbell received 12 months in prison while Green received a reduced, 6 month sentence, further suspended for two years due to evidence he gave against Campbell.
Campbell’s sentencing
Regarding Campbell, Magistrate Gunn broke down his sentence as follows:
| Description | Sentence |
| Starting point | 15 months |
| Mitigating factors (young children in Jamaica and never been before the courts) | Reduction of 3 months |
| Total | 12 months |
Campbell denied his involvement and was convicted at trial. If, instead, he pleaded guilty early and didn’t go to trial, he would be eligible for a one-third reduction of his sentence.
Campbell also faced charges for ganja consumption and uttering a falss document, however, Magistrate Gunn did not impose separate penalties.
Green’s sentencing
Concerning Green, Magistrate Gunn outlined his sentence as follows:
| Description | Sentence |
| Starting point | 15 months |
| Mitigating factors | Reduction of 3 months |
| Credit for giving evidence against accomplice | Reduction of 50% |
| Late guilty plea | Reduction of 2 months |
| Total | 4 months |
Magistrate Gunn noted that there were sentencing alternatives for Green.
In the circumstances, she ordered that Green’s sentence be suspended for 2 years. However, he is subject to a probation order and must attend counselling as directed. He must also do random drug testing.
Note to readers:
Magistrate Gunn noted in this case that while both men played a significant role in the offence, there was no evidence the ganja was for onward supply. She therefore considered the amount for personal use.
