Travelling to Europe with a Criminal Record
Planning a trip to Europe? If you have a criminal record in Canada, it could affect your travel plans more than you think. With new rules coming into effect, travellers with a record may face additional challenges entering European countries. But there’s hope – taking steps now to apply for a pardon can save you […]
Pardons Canada – 92% Increase in Criminal Background Check Requests
Pardons Canada According to a recent report, police have received an enormous increase in criminal background check requests over the past five years. These requests are coming mainly from employers and for volunteer and coaching purposes. People are shocked to find out that even though they were never convicted of a crime, the criminal background […]
Pardons Canada – Convictions for Pot Still Require Pardons or Record Suspensions
Pardons Canada Despite the new liberal government indicating their desire to change the pot laws, it can still be a criminal offence if you are in possession of pot or marijuana or a similar narcotic. If you are convicted for a pot possession charge then you will require a pardon or record suspension to get […]
Pardons Canada – A Pardon Will Restore Your Self Confidence and Self Esteem
Pardons Canada We often receive calls from people who are depressed that their criminal record is getting in the way of finding a better job or impinging on their freedom to travel. Many times, the criminal charges are old but are still haunting the individual in many psychological and emotional ways. This is unfortunate, because […]
Pardons Canada – Canadian Traveling to US with a Criminal Record
Pardons Canada We receive about one hundred emails and calls each week from people who have been denied entry to the US due to having a criminal record. That individual could have crossed the border 100 times in the past but the Americans do random criminal checks and they finally got stopped and denied entry. […]
Pardons Canada – “Having a criminal record denied me the simple right to travel to the US to take my kids to Disney”
Pardons Canada If you have a criminal record, no matter how small the charge, the US government has the right to deny you entry to the US. Even if your criminal charges were dismissed, stayed, withdrawn or absolute and conditionally discharged, you may still be denied entry. Its interesting that many people who call us […]
Pardons Canada – “Being labeled a criminal even when charges are dismissed or withdrawn is a burden”
Pardons Canada Every day we receive letters of appreciation from people we have helped to get a pardon which effectively removes criminal records from public record. Even if the criminal charge has been stayed, dismissed, withdrawn, acquitted, absolute or conditional discharge, a file destruction is necessary to remove these charges from public record. Often the […]
Pardons Canada – “I am a Senior and having this criminal record was a great embarassment”
Pardons Canada We are constantly reminded of the wide spectrum of society that gets into trouble with the law at some point in their life. Often, the criminal act was done at a time of great stress, addiction, desperation or mere stupidity. Regardless, the label of being a “criminal” can be a very heavy burden […]
Pardons Canada – “A Criminal Record can take away your dignity, self respect, pride and integrity.”
Pardons Canada Having a criminal record can have many negative consequences in your life. In addition to having issues with employment and travel to the US, a criminal record can really affect your personal image and self respect. Everyday we help people remove old criminal records with a pardon and we hear their stories about […]
Pardons Canada – “I am not a violent person and do not have a criminal mentality”
Pardons Canada Every day we speak to people who have been in trouble with the law and are seeking a second chance in life with a pardon. Most people we speak to are good human beings who have made a stupid mistake in their life and as a result are now labeled as a “criminal’. […]
Pardons Canada – “I had no idea getting a pardon was possible.”
Pardons Canada There are many Canadians who have been charged with a criminal offence and have no idea that they are eligible for a pardon. They carry the label of “criminal” with them for many years and can suffer many negative consequences as a result. Particularly a criminal record will limit your ability to cross […]
Pardons Canada – The Stigma of Having a Criminal Record in a Small Community Can Be Unbearable
Pardons Canada Each day we speak to people with a criminal record who are seeking to receive a pardon. We are told many times that having a criminal record can carry a terrible stigma for a long time. If you live in a small community the problem of having a criminal record, no matter how […]
Pardons Canada Review – The Relief of Removing a Criminal Record
Pardons Canada Having a criminal record can be a huge emotional burden and many people carry the burden for a long time before seeking a solution. Even if the person is gainfully employed, they feel that the criminal record is a weight on their shoulders and that everyone can see it. Also, their freedom is […]
Pardons Canada Review – How to Remove a DUI From Your Criminal Record
Pardons Canada Many people are unaware that an impaired driving conviction, also known as DUI, driving over .8 milligrams, care and control of a motor vehicle, or refusal to provide a breathe sample are all considered to be criminal offences. You must ensure that you pay the fine as soon as you can even if […]
Stay of Charges – Everything You need to Know
The general understanding of the legal and court system in Canada is that once a person is arrested and charged, there is eventually a trial. It is at this trial that the most familiar outcomes for the public are determined: guilty or innocent. But while a verdict of guilty with appropriate punishment, or an acquittal […]
