Your Rights During a Police Search in Alberta: What’s Legal and What’s Not?

Understanding your legal rights during a police search is crucial to protecting your privacy and ensuring fair legal treatment. This detailed guide explains Section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which protects against unreasonable search and seizure. Learn when police can legally search your person, vehicle, home, or digital devices—and when they need a warrant, consent, or emergency justification. D...  more