S-7Government of CanadaLIBERAL
Customs Act amendment (CBSA personal-device search safeguards)
Brings border digital-device searches in line with the Charter. Was previously in 44-1 (C-26 / S-7) before splitting from the cyber-security bill.
Status
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Introduced✓
1st Reading✓
2nd Reading4
Committee5
Report6
3rd Reading7
Royal AssentQuick learn
Limits when Canadian border agents can search your phone or laptop. They'll need a clearer reason to do it, bringing the practice in line with the Charter.
Legislative history
- Introduced
Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.
- Second reading
Debated in principle; vote sends the bill to committee.
Sponsored by
Dominic LeBlancLIBERALOfficial source
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