Some other folks have mentioned the Charter, which is good. The Canadian Civil Liberties Association also has a guide setting out your rights during interactions with police in plain language. This is in my view a reputable and reliable source. https://ccla.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Know-Your-Rights-Booklet.pdf
never speak aside from giving your identity and also never allow them to search anything when they ask you for permission.
Sometimes they will have a right to search you based on circumstances without your consent, but never say yes.
Even if you are a victim. Because they can twist things and accuse you of making something up. I turned in a wallet to the WPS once, and a month later they came after me for stealing it. Now if I find something like that, I left someone else deal with it, not even touching it
In Canada you don't have a positive right to have a lawyer present, and do in fact have a legal responsibility to cooperate with an officer conducting an investigation.
The best thing to say when being interrogated is that you're not sure or that you can't remember unless you're absolutely positive what you're saying is 100% true and cannot get you in trouble. IE a rock solid alibi
Not quite. We don't have the 5th amendment here in Canada. We have section 13 which is similar, but doesn't prevent you from bowing out directly. It is more specifically designed to protect people who are witnesses rather than those being accused directly.
The charter is not particularly complicated to be honest, and should give it a passing read if you're interested specifically in what rights you're entitled to.
[https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/how-rights-protected/guide-canadian-charter-rights-freedoms.html#](https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/how-rights-protected/guide-canadian-charter-rights-freedoms.html#)
You're entitled to legal council once you've been charged, but not when you've been detained (as you are in the US)
I see. Thanks for the link! Is there a reason why you aren't entitled to legal council when you've been detained? (Does that mean the law won't provide you with one, or you can't hire legal aid when you've been detained? I could probably look this up instead of treating you as a legal wiki, but would be grateful if you did know the answer.)
haha and I'm not a legal wiki. It's just the way our system is set up. Until they charge you, you're not entitled to council; thats why its best to not say anything or tell them that you don't remember until they do charge you so that you can consult with a lawyer.
TBH I don't know if the state will provide you with council if you cannot afford it in Canada.
It sounds funny given the current state of affairs in the US, but historically the US has been extremely anti-police as police are almost always the arm which enforces authoritarianism; and the US was set up to be as anti authoritarian as possible. Obviously that is been eroded fantastically in the last 70 years or so ending up with possibly one of the most authoritarian regimes in history, but hey; the founding fathers expected their constitution would last 30 years; not 300.
Unless you're behind the wheel of a car and they ask for a breath sample, Which they can now demand without probable cause, In which case a refusal is itself a crime.
Also, you do not have to give your driver's licence unless you're the driver of a vehicle or are being charged under the HTA. In some cases it's better for passengers or non-drivers to give something else for ID, so you aren't identifying yourself to be charged under the HTA. I've only heard this, so that could be some US thing, but it could make sense here as well.
Rule #1. Keri your mouth shut. You don’t need to talk to them without council present. You may have to identify yourself but that is it. They will try to “just ask a couple question” which can and will be used against you, before you are ever read any sort of rights.
Even if pulled over while driving you must produce documentation, and blow a breathalyzer if asked, but you do not need to answer questions.
Less about your rights, and more about the "rights" of police, so still very valuable in knowing what you or they can get away with.
https://www.policepowers.ca/
https://www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling-police-guide
Here's a guide to police interactions for people on bikes but applies generally and echoes what others have said.
You will be MUCH better off being polite as possible and cooperating with them as opposed to trying to pull the "I know my rights you can't do xx" argument which will escalate any situation you are in and can inadvertently lead to you in a cop car.
http://www.winnipegcriminaldefencelawyer.ca/your-rights
You can know your rights and still be polite with police. In fact I would advise both of these things because at the end of the day, whether it’s legal, or moral or neither, they have guns, handcuffs and the power to make your life extremely difficult. That said, knowing things like that it is totally legal to film an officer as long as you’re not obstructing their duties can be crucial to ensuring a bad interaction with cops doesn’t go unreported.
Thanks! Obviously my default is to be polite, just interested in learning how they differ from where I came from! Also you never know if the cop is lying or not, so it's nice to know what I'm compelled by law to do.
You can know your rights and still be polite with police. In fact I would advise both of these things because at the end of the day, whether it’s legal, or moral or neither, they have guns, handcuffs and the power to make your life extremely difficult. That said, knowing things like that it is totally legal to film an officer as long as you’re not obstructing their duties can be crucial to ensuring a bad interaction with cops doesn’t go unreported.
Not sure about them, but I am not a cop. What I do know is that cops have a lot of discretion. And you being polite and cooperating with them in simple interactions (ie when you are not being accused of committing a serious crime) goes a long way.
Years ago when my friend was very intoxicated outside a bar after it closed. The police ended up showing up and tried to find a friend or family member to get her home safely and her decision was to not cooperate and tell them to fuck off. Off to the drunk tank she went.
The irony is she was not an aggressive person or even an aggressive drunk person. But she did have the similar attitude that you never cooperate or be polite to the police, and also was vocal that all police are racists who are out to murder people of colour. And all it would have taken to avoid a night in the drunk tank was “can you please call my mom at xxx”.
Suggesting that throwing a 21 year old girl in the drunk tank is better than having her mom pick her up when simply giving the police her phone number results in the latter option??
Can’t even hide the ACAB boot licking.
Drinking and driving? Where did I suggest she was driving?? She was drunk outside a bar after it closed, had lost the group of friends she was with and was unable to get home safely on her own… hence the interaction with the police.
No I just have a modicum of common sense.. escalating a situation to prove your moral superiority is a BAD idea.. ask any defence lawyer and they will tell you the same thing, be polite and respectful in your interactions.
Username checks out, I know my basic rights, but I also know cops don’t have any body cams and have been known to get away with a lot. I’ve been pulled out and beaten by them, they don’t care. So while it’s good to know your rights, causing them to escalate the situation is also not a good idea.
Nah bro. Do NOT offer any information other than what's necessary. I gave an honest explanation for an accidental clerical error on my license and they used that to tack on two extra tickets that otherwise would not have been given.
Just shut up, give them your ID, and answer all questions about your conduct with 'no comment', and otherwise be cordial with them.
Not in those specific words, but you absolutely have the right to not say anything to the police, other than identifying yourself in most situations.
Whether it's a good idea to do so, though, depends on a lot of factors.
But you do effectively have a right to silence, and if you're being arrested then the police aren't even allowed to try to elicit any information before you have the opportunity to speak to a lawyer.
I don't believe police are obligated to let you consult with legal council unless you are a minor before you give testimony.
I also believe that you are obligated to give your best recollection of events if you are suspected of or are a witness to a crime. Obviously they cannot compel you to do this in the sense that nobody can compel anyone to do anything else, but I do not think you can just refuse because you told them you don't feel like it.
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I'm probably the biggest anti police person around.. but just do as your asked and save yourself a bunch of trouble... if your already thinking of getting your back up at the thought of being questioned, stopped etc.. that's not an anti police thing, that's just being an insufferable entitled Karen.
My grandpa was a cop for 30 years in Toronto and this is how he has always advised me to deal with police.
Be polite. Don’t give any additional details. If you get uncomfortable, ask them directly if you’re being arrested or detained. If not, you can leave. If so, it’s time to get your lawyer.
These kinds of responses always make me laugh. Case in point, I drove through a check stop coming home from work this past winter.
They asked me:
- “where are you coming from?” [work]
- “where is work?”
- “where are you heading to?”
- “did you have anything to drink tonight?”
After our 30 second interaction they let me drive on through because they were obviously satisfied that I had not drank and driven.
Now what would have happened if I said “no comment” in response to their questions, as you suggested.
You know rightfully so I would have probably been told to pull in for further questioning and/or a sobriety assessment.
It’s simple. If you think it’s going to be an issue start to record. Unless they suspect you of a crime or you’re driving they can’t randomly stop and search you. Even if you’re driving you don’t have to disclose why you are where you are or where you’re going.
Bro, you’re white, you’re not even aware you have rights. Because you have social privileges and advantages. Nothing wrong with OP educated himself about his civil rights. Maybe you should as well.
Its not that weird when you see the endless number of videos online of cops abusing power. Yes, you should be polite when interacting, but knowing your rights is very important as well. It's very common for police to do illegal searches because they know they can get away with it. Even if you have nothing to hide that doesn't stop them from potentially harassing you.
You can be normal and polite, but what happens when the police say “Let me see you phone”? You have the right to say no, and you can still be polite.
There are likely lots of other demands they might make where you’re not sure of your rights - polite or not.
Must be. I’m a white man, and every interaction I’ve ever had with the police has been great.
But I’m not wilfully blind to the fact that my experience is a lot different to that of Indigenous people, black people, and other racial minorities. Just because it’s all great for me doesn’t mean there aren’t huge problems with the police.
Cops on a power trip? They didn't like your face? You were taking pictures or filming something they think might portray the in a bad light and they want to intimidate you into deleting it?
It doesn’t matter. If the officer wants my phone they can arrest me or go get a warrant to seize it. You would just give them your phone to look through?
Happened to a friend of mine when they were filming an arrest from across the street. No chance their actions could remotely be interpreted as interfering with police work.
How about you were filming a cop who was arresting someone illegally? What if you were interacting with officers, not arrested or detained but wanted your friend or lawyer present to ensure you had a witness? Cops are not perfect, they are humans who make mistakes. It’s important to know when they are mistaken so you can avoid getting wrongly arrested or worse.
You misunderstand. Its not about that, its about knowing and exercising your legal rights when conversing with an officer and people are pretty much saying to just go along with it and give them whatever they want. Its terrible advice.
Stop making shit up.
You don’t need to identify yourself to police and you’re definitely allowed to lie to cops as long as it’s not related to an ongoing investigation. If officer Bob asks me where I get my haircut and I say “your mother’s house”, he can’t arrest me for lying. If he asks me where I was on the night my neighbours house got robbed, I lie and he finds out, it gives him probable cause to look for evidence.
You are only required to identify yourself in Canada if you are under arrest, there is reasonable suspicion you’ve committed a crime, or you’re driving.
Because of the North America social issues and politics . Recording yourself when police stops you for whatever reason is very popular in Canada and the United States (this does not applies to white people at all)
I’m 21 year old black immigrant and most of my Gen Z friends are all immigrants background. Social media made us hyper aware of police brutality and how to protect your rights and never accept racial or religious bias, profiling, discrimination, and ect.
There are so many resources online for you to educate yourself and be aware of your civil rights when interacting with police officers. Don’t get mixed up with American content and look for organizations run by minorities.
A lot of my friends are now protesting and doing encampments at U of W and U of M for Palestine.
Universities in US have decided to use force to scare young people and folks at U of M have been teaching and letting students know their rights. For example , police violently dispersed student protesters at U of Calgary who were protesting peacefully because the U of Calgary didn’t like their demands , just like the US students at Columbia university, Harvard, and more.
The police institution are being questioned and they are very aware they’re very unpopular with minorities and especially the younger generation. The only people who support the police are white people or have neutral opinions, views , or feelings about them.
Edit: just found out you’re U of M Student, go to the encampment and learn about your civil rights. It is also interesting to know you’re Leninist!
Quick Google search of this can answer that
"rights canada with pllixe intwractions"
First link
https://www.strategiccriminaldefence.com/faq/talking-police-canada/#:~:text=In%20Canada%2C%20when%20interacting%20with,to%20be%20treated%20without%20discrimination.
https://rcmpvetsnational.ca/canadian-rights-when-dealing-with-police/
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://ccla.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Know-Your-Rights-Booklet.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwit4-DZi96GAxX1MDQIHS8dISQQFnoECCIQAQ&usg=AOvVaw0YRZgHqQDs2Jka4cHM__m9
[https://winnipegpolicecauseharm.org](https://winnipegpolicecauseharm.org)
They have a pamphlet about what your rights are, and what you should do during interactions with the police.
Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Sections 7-10 are particularly relevant to law enforcement.
Some other folks have mentioned the Charter, which is good. The Canadian Civil Liberties Association also has a guide setting out your rights during interactions with police in plain language. This is in my view a reputable and reliable source. https://ccla.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Know-Your-Rights-Booklet.pdf
never speak aside from giving your identity and also never allow them to search anything when they ask you for permission. Sometimes they will have a right to search you based on circumstances without your consent, but never say yes.
Also, never speak to cops without a lawyer present. Doesn't matter if you're innocent or guilty.
Even if you are a victim. Because they can twist things and accuse you of making something up. I turned in a wallet to the WPS once, and a month later they came after me for stealing it. Now if I find something like that, I left someone else deal with it, not even touching it
Exactly. Not all cops are out to get you, but how do you differentiate between the good and bad ones if they all look the same.
In Canada you don't have a positive right to have a lawyer present, and do in fact have a legal responsibility to cooperate with an officer conducting an investigation. The best thing to say when being interrogated is that you're not sure or that you can't remember unless you're absolutely positive what you're saying is 100% true and cannot get you in trouble. IE a rock solid alibi
I see. I thought the laws on being interrogated or questioned by cops are the same as the US. The more you know! Thanks!
Not quite. We don't have the 5th amendment here in Canada. We have section 13 which is similar, but doesn't prevent you from bowing out directly. It is more specifically designed to protect people who are witnesses rather than those being accused directly. The charter is not particularly complicated to be honest, and should give it a passing read if you're interested specifically in what rights you're entitled to. [https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/how-rights-protected/guide-canadian-charter-rights-freedoms.html#](https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/how-rights-protected/guide-canadian-charter-rights-freedoms.html#) You're entitled to legal council once you've been charged, but not when you've been detained (as you are in the US)
I see. Thanks for the link! Is there a reason why you aren't entitled to legal council when you've been detained? (Does that mean the law won't provide you with one, or you can't hire legal aid when you've been detained? I could probably look this up instead of treating you as a legal wiki, but would be grateful if you did know the answer.)
haha and I'm not a legal wiki. It's just the way our system is set up. Until they charge you, you're not entitled to council; thats why its best to not say anything or tell them that you don't remember until they do charge you so that you can consult with a lawyer. TBH I don't know if the state will provide you with council if you cannot afford it in Canada. It sounds funny given the current state of affairs in the US, but historically the US has been extremely anti-police as police are almost always the arm which enforces authoritarianism; and the US was set up to be as anti authoritarian as possible. Obviously that is been eroded fantastically in the last 70 years or so ending up with possibly one of the most authoritarian regimes in history, but hey; the founding fathers expected their constitution would last 30 years; not 300.
Always remember [Shut the Fuck Up Friday](https://youtu.be/6EI_RYIEtrg?si=CavlRvdVkBXrk5__)
Unless you're behind the wheel of a car and they ask for a breath sample, Which they can now demand without probable cause, In which case a refusal is itself a crime.
Don’t even need to identify unless you’re driving or the suspect you of a crime.
You do need to identify if you're being suspected of committing or witnessing to a crime.
I literally said that
witness was the point of differentiation.
Also, you do not have to give your driver's licence unless you're the driver of a vehicle or are being charged under the HTA. In some cases it's better for passengers or non-drivers to give something else for ID, so you aren't identifying yourself to be charged under the HTA. I've only heard this, so that could be some US thing, but it could make sense here as well.
Rule #1. Keri your mouth shut. You don’t need to talk to them without council present. You may have to identify yourself but that is it. They will try to “just ask a couple question” which can and will be used against you, before you are ever read any sort of rights. Even if pulled over while driving you must produce documentation, and blow a breathalyzer if asked, but you do not need to answer questions.
Less about your rights, and more about the "rights" of police, so still very valuable in knowing what you or they can get away with. https://www.policepowers.ca/
https://www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling-police-guide Here's a guide to police interactions for people on bikes but applies generally and echoes what others have said.
You will be MUCH better off being polite as possible and cooperating with them as opposed to trying to pull the "I know my rights you can't do xx" argument which will escalate any situation you are in and can inadvertently lead to you in a cop car. http://www.winnipegcriminaldefencelawyer.ca/your-rights
You can know your rights and still be polite with police. In fact I would advise both of these things because at the end of the day, whether it’s legal, or moral or neither, they have guns, handcuffs and the power to make your life extremely difficult. That said, knowing things like that it is totally legal to film an officer as long as you’re not obstructing their duties can be crucial to ensuring a bad interaction with cops doesn’t go unreported.
Thanks! Obviously my default is to be polite, just interested in learning how they differ from where I came from! Also you never know if the cop is lying or not, so it's nice to know what I'm compelled by law to do.
You can know your rights and still be polite with police. In fact I would advise both of these things because at the end of the day, whether it’s legal, or moral or neither, they have guns, handcuffs and the power to make your life extremely difficult. That said, knowing things like that it is totally legal to film an officer as long as you’re not obstructing their duties can be crucial to ensuring a bad interaction with cops doesn’t go unreported.
Are you a cop? What a shit answer. Know your rights.
Not sure about them, but I am not a cop. What I do know is that cops have a lot of discretion. And you being polite and cooperating with them in simple interactions (ie when you are not being accused of committing a serious crime) goes a long way. Years ago when my friend was very intoxicated outside a bar after it closed. The police ended up showing up and tried to find a friend or family member to get her home safely and her decision was to not cooperate and tell them to fuck off. Off to the drunk tank she went. The irony is she was not an aggressive person or even an aggressive drunk person. But she did have the similar attitude that you never cooperate or be polite to the police, and also was vocal that all police are racists who are out to murder people of colour. And all it would have taken to avoid a night in the drunk tank was “can you please call my mom at xxx”.
Something tells me the person you're replying to has the exact same attitude your friend did.
Yep, drunk tank was a the right and legal action. Any other stories?
Suggesting that throwing a 21 year old girl in the drunk tank is better than having her mom pick her up when simply giving the police her phone number results in the latter option?? Can’t even hide the ACAB boot licking.
What does 21 have to do with it?
As if 21 years old's haven't killed families before driving drunk. They know better at 21.
Drinking and driving? Where did I suggest she was driving?? She was drunk outside a bar after it closed, had lost the group of friends she was with and was unable to get home safely on her own… hence the interaction with the police.
You didn't. I don't see why she'd be arrested unless she was causing a disturbance.
She did not get arrested. She was put in the drunk tank.
It’s easy to just make shit up isn’t it?
I don't think I made anything up. Just fucked up reading on my end.
Oh, and that its a girl?...please explain.
You're a clown, cooperating and being a polite human being and she's home in her own bed for the night... How does that ACAB boot leather taste?
No I just have a modicum of common sense.. escalating a situation to prove your moral superiority is a BAD idea.. ask any defence lawyer and they will tell you the same thing, be polite and respectful in your interactions.
Be respectful to the police. But don't talk to them
exactly. Not answering questions or doing everything the police demand is not disrespectful
I didt say escalate or prove moral anything. I said know your rights. Like they asked, what are their rights.
Username checks out, I know my basic rights, but I also know cops don’t have any body cams and have been known to get away with a lot. I’ve been pulled out and beaten by them, they don’t care. So while it’s good to know your rights, causing them to escalate the situation is also not a good idea.
You have rights so long as you choose not to exercise them.
Nah bro. Do NOT offer any information other than what's necessary. I gave an honest explanation for an accidental clerical error on my license and they used that to tack on two extra tickets that otherwise would not have been given. Just shut up, give them your ID, and answer all questions about your conduct with 'no comment', and otherwise be cordial with them.
You have the [Right To Remain Silent](https://youtu.be/6EI_RYIEtrg?si=b22c_Lw-Km4yJaPJ) use it
You do not have the right to remain silent in Canada.
Not in those specific words, but you absolutely have the right to not say anything to the police, other than identifying yourself in most situations. Whether it's a good idea to do so, though, depends on a lot of factors. But you do effectively have a right to silence, and if you're being arrested then the police aren't even allowed to try to elicit any information before you have the opportunity to speak to a lawyer.
I don't believe police are obligated to let you consult with legal council unless you are a minor before you give testimony. I also believe that you are obligated to give your best recollection of events if you are suspected of or are a witness to a crime. Obviously they cannot compel you to do this in the sense that nobody can compel anyone to do anything else, but I do not think you can just refuse because you told them you don't feel like it.
Asserting your rights isn’t being uncooperative
bootlicker take.
https://policestops-yourrights.ccla.org/what-rights-do-i-have-in-police-stops-and-interactions/
Jurisdictions matter. This advice may not apply.
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I'm probably the biggest anti police person around.. but just do as your asked and save yourself a bunch of trouble... if your already thinking of getting your back up at the thought of being questioned, stopped etc.. that's not an anti police thing, that's just being an insufferable entitled Karen.
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My grandpa was a cop for 30 years in Toronto and this is how he has always advised me to deal with police. Be polite. Don’t give any additional details. If you get uncomfortable, ask them directly if you’re being arrested or detained. If not, you can leave. If so, it’s time to get your lawyer.
These kinds of responses always make me laugh. Case in point, I drove through a check stop coming home from work this past winter. They asked me: - “where are you coming from?” [work] - “where is work?” - “where are you heading to?” - “did you have anything to drink tonight?” After our 30 second interaction they let me drive on through because they were obviously satisfied that I had not drank and driven. Now what would have happened if I said “no comment” in response to their questions, as you suggested. You know rightfully so I would have probably been told to pull in for further questioning and/or a sobriety assessment.
Are you white?
Nope
The [Right To Remain Silent](https://youtu.be/6EI_RYIEtrg?si=b22c_Lw-Km4yJaPJ)!
It’s simple. If you think it’s going to be an issue start to record. Unless they suspect you of a crime or you’re driving they can’t randomly stop and search you. Even if you’re driving you don’t have to disclose why you are where you are or where you’re going.
They can also detain you if they have reasonable suspicion you were witness to a crime.
Why are you having so many interactions with LEO that you need a how to guide?
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Who said I wasn't going to be normal or polite? Why do you sound offended by the fact that someone wants to know their rights?
I think the wording of your post just comes off as an odd question.
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"what are my rights?" is a weird question to you?
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Bro, you’re white, you’re not even aware you have rights. Because you have social privileges and advantages. Nothing wrong with OP educated himself about his civil rights. Maybe you should as well.
Its not that weird when you see the endless number of videos online of cops abusing power. Yes, you should be polite when interacting, but knowing your rights is very important as well. It's very common for police to do illegal searches because they know they can get away with it. Even if you have nothing to hide that doesn't stop them from potentially harassing you.
You can be normal and polite, but what happens when the police say “Let me see you phone”? You have the right to say no, and you can still be polite. There are likely lots of other demands they might make where you’re not sure of your rights - polite or not.
Must be a white person who commented that. :(
Must be. I’m a white man, and every interaction I’ve ever had with the police has been great. But I’m not wilfully blind to the fact that my experience is a lot different to that of Indigenous people, black people, and other racial minorities. Just because it’s all great for me doesn’t mean there aren’t huge problems with the police.
Let me see your phone? What was going on that made someone want to see it?
Cops on a power trip? They didn't like your face? You were taking pictures or filming something they think might portray the in a bad light and they want to intimidate you into deleting it?
It doesn’t matter. If the officer wants my phone they can arrest me or go get a warrant to seize it. You would just give them your phone to look through?
Happened to a friend of mine when they were filming an arrest from across the street. No chance their actions could remotely be interpreted as interfering with police work.
How about you were filming a cop who was arresting someone illegally? What if you were interacting with officers, not arrested or detained but wanted your friend or lawyer present to ensure you had a witness? Cops are not perfect, they are humans who make mistakes. It’s important to know when they are mistaken so you can avoid getting wrongly arrested or worse.
When did the bootlickers join this sub?
This is r/winnipeg, not r/acab
You misunderstand. Its not about that, its about knowing and exercising your legal rights when conversing with an officer and people are pretty much saying to just go along with it and give them whatever they want. Its terrible advice.
They’ve always been here.
Guess I just never found myself in that situation. Never felt the urge to record them.
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Stop making shit up. You don’t need to identify yourself to police and you’re definitely allowed to lie to cops as long as it’s not related to an ongoing investigation. If officer Bob asks me where I get my haircut and I say “your mother’s house”, he can’t arrest me for lying. If he asks me where I was on the night my neighbours house got robbed, I lie and he finds out, it gives him probable cause to look for evidence.
>you are required to identify yourself >you have the right to remain silent Those contradict each other.
Not really, you are required to show your driver's licence if you are driving and the police stops you
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You are only required to identify yourself in Canada if you are under arrest, there is reasonable suspicion you’ve committed a crime, or you’re driving.
Just cooperate. If you don’t, things get worse. Pretty simple. Give ID, answer questions, and they only search you if there is probable cause.
> and they only search you if there is probable cause. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Because of the North America social issues and politics . Recording yourself when police stops you for whatever reason is very popular in Canada and the United States (this does not applies to white people at all) I’m 21 year old black immigrant and most of my Gen Z friends are all immigrants background. Social media made us hyper aware of police brutality and how to protect your rights and never accept racial or religious bias, profiling, discrimination, and ect. There are so many resources online for you to educate yourself and be aware of your civil rights when interacting with police officers. Don’t get mixed up with American content and look for organizations run by minorities. A lot of my friends are now protesting and doing encampments at U of W and U of M for Palestine. Universities in US have decided to use force to scare young people and folks at U of M have been teaching and letting students know their rights. For example , police violently dispersed student protesters at U of Calgary who were protesting peacefully because the U of Calgary didn’t like their demands , just like the US students at Columbia university, Harvard, and more. The police institution are being questioned and they are very aware they’re very unpopular with minorities and especially the younger generation. The only people who support the police are white people or have neutral opinions, views , or feelings about them. Edit: just found out you’re U of M Student, go to the encampment and learn about your civil rights. It is also interesting to know you’re Leninist!
WPCH has a little wallet card/pamphlet with your rights with police. If I find it, I'll try to loop back.
Quick Google search of this can answer that "rights canada with pllixe intwractions" First link https://www.strategiccriminaldefence.com/faq/talking-police-canada/#:~:text=In%20Canada%2C%20when%20interacting%20with,to%20be%20treated%20without%20discrimination. https://rcmpvetsnational.ca/canadian-rights-when-dealing-with-police/ https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://ccla.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Know-Your-Rights-Booklet.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwit4-DZi96GAxX1MDQIHS8dISQQFnoECCIQAQ&usg=AOvVaw0YRZgHqQDs2Jka4cHM__m9
download the app legalswipe
https://winnipegpolicecauseharm.org/#:~:text=Winnipeg%20Police%20Cause%20Harm%20is,resources%20to%20life%2Dsustaining%20services.
[https://winnipegpolicecauseharm.org](https://winnipegpolicecauseharm.org) They have a pamphlet about what your rights are, and what you should do during interactions with the police.