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Internet Offences in Alberta
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Internet-related criminal allegations often involve complex digital evidence and serious long-term consequences.
White & Jeet Criminal Defence provides strategic representation for individuals accused of Internet Offences in Alberta. These allegations may involve online communications, digital content, or technology-based conduct and are often investigated using extensive electronic evidence.
Our defence lawyers represent clients throughout Calgary, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, and Red Deer, providing disciplined defence strategies when liberty, privacy, and reputation are at stake.
Key Takeaways
- Internet Offences often depend on technical evidence, device access, and digital attribution
- Search warrants, data seizures, and device forensics are common and must be scrutinized
- Online communications can trigger serious allegations even without in-person contact
- Early legal advice matters before speaking to police or consenting to device searches
- Defences often turn on knowledge, intent, identity, and lawful investigative procedure
Criminal Defence Representation Across Alberta
Internet investigations frequently begin quietly and expand quickly, including phone or device seizure, account preservation requests, or interviews. Early intervention can influence what evidence is collected, whether Charter issues are preserved, and how allegations are framed before charges harden into a prosecution posture.
Understanding Understanding Internet Offences
There is no single “internet crime” section in the Criminal Code. Instead, internet allegations typically rely on specific offences applied to digital conduct, communications, or data. These cases often raise privacy and search issues because the core evidence usually comes from devices, accounts, and stored data.
Depending on the allegation, relevant provisions may include unauthorized use of computer under s.342.1 Criminal Code, mischief in relation to data under s.430(1.1) Criminal Code, luring a child under s.172.1 Criminal Code, and child pornography offences under s.163.1 Criminal Code.
How We Help
- Review disclosure, device forensics, and attribution evidence
- Assess whether warrants, seizures, and searches were lawful and Charter-compliant
- Challenge identification, access, knowledge, and intent assumptions
- Engage the Crown early to narrow, resolve, or withdraw charges where appropriate
- Provide trial advocacy where the evidence must be tested in court
The Defence Process
- Initial review of the allegation, arrest context, and any device or account seizure
- Strategic assessment of disclosure, digital forensics, and legal thresholds
- Court advocacy through bail, applications, negotiations, and trial where required
- Resolution focused on minimizing penalties and long-term consequences
Common Charges & Scenarios
- Unauthorized use of computer under s.342.1 Criminal Code
- Mischief in relation to data under s.430(1.1) Criminal Code
- Luring a child by telecommunication under s.172.1 Criminal Code
- Child pornography offences under s.163.1 Criminal Code
- Uttering threats online under s.264.1 Criminal Code
Frequently Asked Questions
Can police search my phone or laptop without a warrant?
In many cases, police need lawful authority such as a warrant or valid consent. Whether the search was lawful depends on the circumstances and must be reviewed carefully.
Does an online message alone create criminal liability?
It can, depending on the offence alleged and whether the legal elements are met. Context, intent, and the precise wording and purpose of the communication matter.
What should I do if police ask to “just look” at my device?
Get legal advice immediately before consenting. Consent can have major consequences for what evidence is collected and used.
Do internet cases rely heavily on technical evidence?
Yes. Attribution, access logs, device possession, and forensic extraction often become central issues.
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