charter rights

Imagine a situation where police stop a car, and things escalate from there, leading to a big legal battle over whether the evidence they found can even be used in court. That’s essentially what happened in the case of R. v. Anwyll, a case that highlights how important it is for the police to follow the rules under the Charter.

This case demonstrates the intersection of driving law and Charter rights, specifically concerning the legality of vehicle stops for prohibited driving and subsequent police actions.

This case is particularly relevant for driving law, as it highlights the limitations of police authority under the Motor Vehicle Act (MVA) and the consequences of exceeding those limits.

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