For people that run afoul of the law, a violation doesn’t necessarily mean a severe impact on a person’s long-term prospects. Getting a speeding ticket, or receiving a fine for being on a cellphone in your car, for example, requires paying some money to the police, but unless you’re a repeat offender, that’s about the…
Being charged and going to court runs the spectrum of anxiety. At its least worrying, you may simply be charged with something like a traffic offence, and you may show up at court to contest it if you feel the officer was in error. On the most extreme end, however, your life and future may…
Assault is the most common conviction in Canada and comes in various forms including common assault, assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm, uttering threats. Depending on the outcome in court and the final judgement will determine your eligibility to get the assault charge removed.
Depending on your charge, you need to wait certain time period until you are eligible for a Record Suspension or destruction in Canada. (Note: the application process, both preparation and submission, takes time; it is best to start well in advance of your eligibility date).
pardons.org The timing of removing a criminal record really depends on the courts and police and the sentencing of the conviction. Many people call us eagerly wanting to remove their criminal record by way of pardon, record suspension or file destruction. Usually they are calling because the criminal record is an obstacle to getting employment,…
pardons.org We are always thrilled to receive thank you letters from people across Canada whom we’ve helped to obtain a Canada Pardon/Record Suspension. Their stories are usually filled with emotion and regret for the mistakes they have made which got them into trouble with the law. Ultimately, once convicted and the punishment has been served,…
