Majority
English version of the judgment of the Court delivered orally by
Lamer J.
Lamer J. ‑‑ We are all of the view that this appeal should be allowed. Recent decisions of this Court show clearly that the rights of the accused under s. 10(b) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms have been infringed. They also show clearly that the evidence should be excluded pursuant to s. 24(2) of the Charter .
The appeal is allowed, the convictions are set aside and the acquittals of the trial judge are restored.
Judgment accordingly.
Solicitors for the appellant: Jöelle St‑Germain, Shawinigan; Francine Larouche, Rouyn‑Noranda.
Solicitor for the respondent: Denis Racicot, Rouyn‑Noranda.