No, laser jammers are illegal in Canada under the Radiocommunication Act and Criminal Code, as they interfere with police radar and pose public safety risks. Transport Canada explicitly prohibits their use, classifying them as prohibited devices. Recent 2026 amendments to the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations strengthen enforcement, targeting aftermarket modifications that obstruct lawful speed enforcement.
Key Regulations for Laser Jammers in Canada
- Radiocommunication Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. R-2): Prohibits the possession, sale, or use of devices that interfere with radio communications, including police radar. Violations may result in fines up to $5,000 or imprisonment.
- Criminal Code (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-46): Section 337 criminalizes tampering with lawful devices, such as radar detectors or jammers, with penalties including up to two years’ imprisonment for indictable offenses.
- Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations (SOR/2019-145): Amended in 2026 to explicitly ban aftermarket modifications that obstruct speed enforcement technologies. Non-compliant vehicles may fail federal inspections.