Sean Higgins, who ended the lives of the two men after a dangerous maneuver while drunk, is facing charges of causing death by driving.
He admitted to drinking 5 to 6 beers before the accident.
Criminal lawyer Jean-Pierre Rancourt suggested that charges of criminal negligence might be added, with penalties potentially reaching life imprisonment if found guilty. Higgins, who has been held in custody until his next hearing on September 5, expressed his displeasure when the judge ordered his continued detention.
The charges against him could be significantly intensified, reflecting the severity of the tragedy.