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In addition to failing to obey the subpoena, Rosenow made comments to the Crown about the investigation that differed from notes about the case.

The difference was so significant the Crown believed she could not provide proper evidence, Cranna said. The charges against the driver were stayed.

She is embarrassed by the mistake and wants the chance to rectify that

Rosenow’s actions caused “significant detriment to the operation of the justice system,” Cranna said. They indicate she was unwilling to do a fundamental policing role: attend court and testify to support her investigation, he said.

Cranna and Rosenow’s counsel, Mike Danyluik, presented a joint submission on the suggested penalty for Rosenow. They asked she receive a demotion in rank for two years and a subsequent reduction in pay.

They did not seek Rosenow’s dismissal from the service because of her admission of guilt, willingness to take responsibility and because she was still in the training phase of her career when the incident occurred.

“She gets it,” Danyluik said. “She is embarrassed by the mistake and wants the chance to rectify that.”

Kamins accepted the submission, saying while he considered dismissal, the police chief didn’t seek it.

“You are very fortunate,” Kamins told Rosenow.

“Police officers are relied upon for their honesty,” Kamins said. “Understand that while this hearing closes one aspect of this saga, it will be a long time before you put this behind you. You will be called upon to defend your character time and time again.”

Rosenow will incur a loss of up to $35,000 over two years as result of the demotion’s salary cut. She anticipates taking maternity leave this year, which affects the financial penalty’s amount.