A Kamloops, B.C. man was sentenced for arson Tuesday in Yukon Supreme Court.

Sheldon Sollosy, 45, was ordered to serve one year’s jail time and three years’ probation by Supreme Court Justice Todd Ducharme, in Whitehorse.

The arson conviction stems from a fire that Sollospy started at his home in Dawson City in November 2014.

Crown lawyer David McWhinnie asked for a sentence of two years or two years less a day.

Sollosy, who was self-represented, sought a suspended sentence.

Arson of this type carries a maximum sentence of 14 years in prison.

In his reasons for decision, Ducharme cited Sollosy’s minor and dated criminal record, which consists of a charge of obstruction from 1992, and an impaired driving charge.

Ducharme also noted the lack of premeditation and the fact that the fire did not damage any nearby structures and was not financially motivated nor intended to cause harm.

He also said the arson was committed while Sollosy was “highly emotional” and under the influence of alcohol.

Aggravating factors listed included that Sollosy has not shown remorse and maintains that he did not commit arson.

Before determining the sentence Ducharme also considered findings in a pre-sentencing report.

He said the report was “generally positive” and it noted Sollosy’s “continuous and positive” work history.

However, it also expressed concerns about Sollosy’s alleged abuse of alcohol, which Sollosy maintains is not an issue.

It also noted that Sollosy has been independent since the age of 12.

The arson charge stems from an incident in November 2014.

At the time, Sollosy was just separating from his wife, who testified that he was reluctant to separate.

She and their daughter went to a hotel for the evening, where she received texts with a photo of fire licking at the doorway of their home.

Sollosy was found guilty of arson by Ducharme on July 29. He was acquitted of two other charges.

In his closing remarks, Ducharme stated to Sollosy, “This has been an unfortunate incident for you. I hope you can put this behind you and get on your with your life.”