What was the name of the RCMP Officer
Thomas Boyle
What section of the Charter did the officer violate?
Section 8
What is the significance of the R v. Caslake [1998] case on day-to-day police operations?
The case emphasizes the balance between individual rights and law enforcement responsibilities, influencing daily police activities.
True or false
Officer Boyle had the appellant's permission to search the car
false
Was Caslake's conviction upheld or overturned on appeal?
Upheld
Why is it crucial for police officers to be knowledgeable about legal frameworks, particularly the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE)?
This knowledge is essential to prevent inadvertent rights violations during investigations.
How much money was found in the car?
$1400
What did the majority of the court conclude about the search in Caslake's case?
The search was unreasonable
What role does Section 78 of PACE play?
Section 78 provides discretion to the courts and encourages officers to exercise caution and document their actions during investigations.
What does an officer need to prove to obtain a search warrant?
Probable cause
How was Section 7 of the Charter violated?
It infringed on the security of Caslake
According to the case, what is necessary to ensure the admissibility of evidence?
Adherence to legal standards and justification of investigative techniques.
What are the names of the searches without a warrant? (in order)
Consent Search, The Plain View Doctrine, Search Made in Connection With an Arrest, Emergency Exception, and Stop and Frisk.
What key ideal does Section 8 of the Charter protect in terms of policing?
It protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures.
How can law enforcement organizations respond to court rulings like R v Caslake [1998]?
They should undergo comprehensive changes, prioritize long-term legal training programs for officers, review policies in line with new case law, establish justified investigative methods, address deviations promptly through oversight processes, and promote a culture of professionalism and ethics.