CRIM 1215 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Nonverbal Communication, Libido, Arrest Warrant
Document Summary
Charter has had a significant impact in defining power of police. Must obtain a search warrant before going into personal property. Power to arrest is provided by criminal code. An arrest can be made to prevent a crime, terminate breach of peace or compel accused to attend court. Document that permits police to arrest specific person for specified reason. Written statement sworn by informant alleging that person has committed specific criminal offence. Believe on reasonable grounds that person has committed an indictable offence. Believe on reasonable grounds that person is about to commit indictable offence. Necessary in the public interest defined as the need to. Secure or preserve evidence of or relating to offence. Prevent continuation or repetition of offence or the commission of another offence. Section 8 of charter protects all citizens against unreasonable search or seizure. The manner of search was carried out in a reasonable way. Search warrant are required for the following situations.
