Do IOs look into your computer?!
- Thread starter piwi
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Asking them to stop will just make them suspicious; they will search your things more thoroughly. You posted another thread asking this as well. Whatever you are trying to hide, I suggest you don't bring it to Canada.piwi said:when that happens, can I ask them to stop? In exchange of me agreeing to not seek entry to Canada then? ??? I wouldn't want them looking into my computer
Whenver you enter any country (not just Canada) immigration authorities have the right to search your personal belonging - including electronics like your computer. These searches really don't happen that often. But if you're that worried - then don't bring your computer.piwi said:
They are not logging into your computer like you are a criminal, the criminal idea is only in your head. They log into peoples computer for a reason and obviously some people have carried illegal stuff on their computer which is why they are doing it in the first place. Its for the safety and security of Canadians, you are crossing into an international border not taking a piss in a toilet attached to your bedroom. If you have nothing to hide "un-like a criminal" then it should not bother you. As far as not doing anything wrong is concerned, how do you know that? Its upto the IO to decide what you are doing is right or wrong. Its their duty/job/responsibility to assess individuals entering the country. Besides if you are so concerned about having your computer checked dont bring it into the country or leave its contents behind.piwi said: