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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Reverse onus at bail: firearms

A reverse onus means you must justify release rather than the Crown justifying detention. This capsule explains how that changes preparation.

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