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Mr. Dino Bottos appears on CTV Primetime to discuss current topics in Criminal Law. Includes comments on Teen Sextortion, the Court of Appeal and more.

The veil of secrecy concerning the use of Stingray devices, and other novel electronic surveillance technologies in Canada is slowly being pulled back.

It is heartening that our Provincial government has recognized the importance of Legal Aid to all Albertans, especially low-income Albertans.

There have been stories in the news about travellers forced to unlock their phones and digital devices. This is a troubling trend, and many people are surprised that this is legal.

The issue of timely trials is a pressing one in Canada, particularly since the Supreme Court's decision in R v Jordan set new limits on how long a matter can be delayed. The greatest need however, is for more justice system resources.

Despite police requests for warrantless access, the Supreme Court has found that this data shouldn't be accessed without a court order.

Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould has indicated that the government plans to give more discretion to judges to impose an appropriate sentence.