Spousal Privilege in the Digital Era: Where Privacy Ends and Evidence Begins by V Rajput
In the intricate world of legal proceedings, the concept of privilege plays a crucial role in determining what evidence can be presented in court. When evidence is deemed privileged, it is considered inadmissible in legal contexts, preserving confidentiality in specific relationships. Among the various types of privilege, spousal privilege, as outlined in s. 4(3) of the Canada Evidence Act. R v Fayaz raises important questions about the limits of spousal privilege.
