His sentence, which means he can't ask for parole for 75 years, has been declared illegal by the Supreme Court Of Canada. Consecutive life terms cruel and unusual punishmentIn a unanimous May decision, the Supreme Court struck down section 745.51 of the Criminal Code. "The Supreme Court has made it clear the 75 years is unconstitutional. At the time it was imposed, some legal experts warned Ostamas's sentence could be ruled unconstitutional due to its length. At the time the Supreme Court issued its ruling, federal Justice Minister David Lametti said the government would carefully review it.

Source: CBC News June 20, 2022 19:24 UTC