Supreme Court of Canada rules that police require judicial authorization to obtain a computer's IP address, protecting Canadians' online privacy.
The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that police need judicial authorization to obtain a computer's IP address, as it is a crucial link between a person and their online activity. The court stated that an IP address "attracts a reasonable expectation of privacy" and that the Charter provision against unreasonable search must protect Canadians' online privacy in today's digital world. The decision aims to balance personal privacy interests with the needs of law enforcement.
March 01, 2024
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