The Supreme Court of Canada has recently ruled that people are not entitled to have a lawyer present when interviewed or questioned by police in relation to a criminal matter.
I really can’t say I get this one. Given that authorities are under no obligation to either tell the truth during interviews, added to the fact that they can make all sorts of unfounded threats to interviewees, it becomes very difficult for an individual to protect their rights
Here is a good video on why you should never talk to the police. Knowing a few lawyers, I can safely say that it is good advice.
I am not a fan of lawyers who get their clients off on a technicality as opposed to the merits of the case, I do believe that an individual should be able to ensure that their rights are not violated whenever dealing with the authorities.