Pubdate: Tue, 27 Mar 2007
Source: Ottawa Citizen (CN ON)
Copyright: 2007 The Ottawa Citizen
Contact:  http://www.canada.com/ottawa/ottawacitizen/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/326
Author: Derek Abma, The Ottawa Citizen
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/find?236 (Corruption - Outside U.S.)

OFFICER IN DRUG CASE RELEASED ON BAIL

An OPP police officer accused of dealing drugs has been released on 
bail, with his brother acting as his guarantor, following a court 
hearing in Brockville yesterday.

Kemptville's Maurice Morrissette, a 37-year-old constable, had been 
in custody since Thursday. He is charged with one count of 
trafficking a controlled substance, two counts of possession of a 
controlled substance, and two counts of obstructing justice.

The charges stem from an investigation into drug and 
contraband-cigarette trade in the Prescott area. Police have said the 
charges are related to marijuana.

His brother, Mike, posted $5,000 bond as a condition of the release. 
Mr. Morrissette's next court date is April 13.
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