The War On Terror: Constitutional Governance in a State of Permanent Warfare?

W. Wesley Pue

The War On Terror: Constitutional Governance in a State of Permanent Warfare?

W. Wesley Pue

Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia

Research output: Working paper

Abstract

This article assesses Canada's principal legal responses to the challenge presented by terrorism in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States. A review of major federal anti-terrorism legislation reveals a legislative response that fundamentally violates core constitutional principles while failing to significantly enhance public safety.

Original language	English
Publication status	Published - 2003

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