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R. v Campbell (1999) is a Supreme Court of Canada decision that clarified the limits of police conduct in undercover operations, particularly in situations leading up to confessions. The accused was arrested after being encouraged by undercover officers — posing as criminals — to confess involvement in drug trafficking. Campbell argued that the police conduct was too intrusive and unfair.

The Supreme Court held that while police are permitted to use undercover techniques and even deception in investigations, their conduct must not “shock the community” or be so unfair that it undermines the integrity of the justice system. Because the undercover activity in this case went beyond acceptable bounds, the confession was ruled inadmissible.

R. v Campbell remains a key case on regulating police undercover tactics and ensuring that investigative strategies do not violate the basic norms of justice.

Source: https://www.canlii.org/en/ca/scc/doc/...