Drugs

Confidential informants

Informer privilege protects identity almost without exception. This capsule explains how the defence works around it when challenging a search.

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Drugs

Joint possession

Possession does not require ownership. This capsule explains how knowledge and control turn a shared space into a shared criminal risk.

Offences against the person

Pepper spray

Self-defence spray intended for people falls under the prohibited-weapon regime. This capsule explains the distinction and the charge that follows.

Cybercrime

Phone passwords and police

A request is not an order. This capsule explains what compelled disclosure looks like in Canada and what to say when you are asked.

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