Justice Charles Hackland explained, 'Mr. King was not merely engaging in political speech; rather, he was inciting the protesters to continue their ongoing blockade of downtown Ottawa.' This highlights the severity of King's actions, distinguishing between legitimate protest and unlawful obstruction.
The charges against King included mischief and counseling others to obstruct police, with a conviction on five counts now potentially leading to a maximum of 10 years in prison, reflecting the legal system's response to the protests.
King's social media activity revealed an alarming approach as he encouraged his followers to persist in their protests and distress the local populace, exemplified by his directive to honk incessantly and block traffic.
Protesters demonstrated against government mandates, blocking vital infrastructure like the US-Canada border and Parliament Hill for three weeks, ultimately prompting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to invoke emergency measures.
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