How does ASET obtain evidence from a witness outside of Alberta?

When ASET seeks to obtain evidence from a witness outside of Alberta, making an application to the Court is the correct course of action. This process is necessary due to jurisdictional limitations; the courts in Alberta do not have the authority to compel a witness located in another province or territory to provide testimony or evidence without judicial intervention.

Through a formal court application, ASET can request the issuance of a summons or other judicial measures that can enforce compliance from the out-of-province witness. This is a well-established legal process and ensures that the rights of the witness are respected while also allowing ASET to gather the necessary evidence for their proceedings.

Other options, such as direct contact with the witness or requesting voluntary evidence, may not be effective or enforceable over jurisdictional boundaries. Local authorities might be able to provide assistance in some cases, but without an application to the Court, there is a limit to what can be legally mandated. Thus, the court application route is the most reliable and robust method in such circumstances.