Legal Question (Canada): Evidence Required for Romance-Based Fraud Allegations
Under Canadian law, if someone alleges they were targeted through a romantic or intimate relationship as part of a fraud, scam, or coercive recruitment scheme, is it necessary to have intimate photos or videos to prove the case?
If the accused denies that the relationship existed, what types of evidence would investigators typically rely on? For example:
Text messages or emails
Call logs
Photos (non-intimate)
Security camera footage
Witness statements
Financial records or money transfers
Social media messages
Other documentary evidence
I’m asking because I want to understand what evidence is generally considered sufficient in Canada when investigating allegations of fraud, deception, coercion, or financial exploitation. I’m looking for legal information or insights from anyone familiar with the Canadian legal process.