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Originally Posted by CorsiHockeyLeague
It's worth pointing out that there's no actual reason to think that border agents are allowed to force you to give them your phone or computer password, really. It hasn't made it to court yet. They think they have this ability, but it's not at all clear that they actually do, legally.
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I think they do, until someone is willing to take it to court.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/technology/cb...licy-1.3986496
"According to CBSA policy, the agency doesn't need a warrant to search your phone, laptop, or electronic device, which all fall under the Customs Act's broader definition of "goods."
"Officers can request passwords — though not for information stored "remotely or online." And if a traveller refuses, the device could be detained for a forensic examination."