RT Article
T1 Evaluating Canadian Legal Changes in Context: Homicide Investigator Insights
JF Homicide studies
VO 28
IS 4
SP 423
OP 440
A1 Witt, Christina
A2 Hak, Jonathan W.
A2 Gibbs Van Brunschot, Erin 1966-
A2 Abela, Graham
LA English
YR 2024
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/1906275882
AB In 2020, a research study was conducted surveying homicide investigators and managers within the province of Alberta (Canada). This study provided investigator insight and knowledge of current issues impacting investigations, focusing on issues related to the law and prosecutions. Specifically, two key Supreme Court of Canada decisions were identified as having significant impact on homicide investigations. Limiting factors regarding the law and prosecutions included case law developments impacting privacy issues, warrant requirements, disclosure, and prosecution timelines, which continue to challenge homicide investigators. Recommendations are made to assist investigators and managers in navigating these legal changes.
K1 changes in law
K1 Case law
K1 Supreme Court of Canada
K1 Homicide investigations
K1 Police organizations
DO 10.1177/10887679221113512