Summary
This text examines how cybercrime is dealt with in Canadian law, sets out the existing regulatory framework and considers alternatives in depth. It makes proposals on effective law enforcement, and considers constitutional and other constraints on regulation, including cost. It also draws analogies to existing law enforcement powers in other areas, such as terrorism and money laundering, as well as related technologies, including telephone networks. Finally, it discusses how similar measures have been implemented in other jurisdictions.
Contents
1. Introduction to cyberspace and cybercrime -- 2. Introduction to the regulation of cyberspace -- 3. Identity theft and cyber fraud -- 4. Child sexual abuse and the Internet -- 5. Bullying, stalking and harassment on the Internet -- 6. Viruses and other malicious programs -- 7. Hacking and denial of service attacks -- 8. Spam in cyberspace -- 9. International jurisdiction and the regulation of cyberspace -- 10. Searching and seizing evidence in cyberspace.