Electronic Evidence in Canada

Authors

Robert Currie, Dalhousie University Schulich School of LawFollow
Steve CoughlanFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2012

Keywords

Criminal Procedure, Evidence, Canada, electronic evidence, discovery, evidence, electronic signatures, protection of privacy, confidentiality, wiretap, electronic surveillance, general warrant, computer, cell phone, search

Abstract

This chapter discusses the issues surrounding electronic evidence in Canada. Topics discussed include the best evidence rule, electronic signatures, web-based evidence, and video-tape and security camera evidence. In addition rules around protection of privacy, discovery, and confidentiality are pursued. Finally the chapter also considers the many issues which arise around gathering electronic evidence in the criminal context, including wiretaps, general warrants, and searches of computers and cell phones.

Comments

From the Selected Works of Robert Currie.

Recommended Citation

Robert J. Currie & Steve Coughlan, “Electronic Evidence in Canada” in Stephen Mason, ed, Electronic Evidence, 3rd ed (Toronto: LexisNexis, 2012).

Publication Abbreviation

LexisNexis, 2012.