The issue of Americans being denied access to Canada is not a small one, with the Canadian Border Services Agency reporting that the number of Americans turned away from the border every year exceeds 5,000. Anecdotal evidence by those familiar with cross-border issues indicate that there has been an uptick in the number of drunk driving-related denials in recent years due to the continued expansion of Canada’s access to American criminal databases.
Rehabilitation works
So if you’ve been convicted of a crime does that mean you’ll never be allowed to gain entry into the country? Thankfully no, if a person has been deemed criminally inadmissible into the country they can later gain access to the country by either applying for a Temporary Resident Permit or by applying for criminal rehabilitation. People can apply for rehabilitation if they committed a crime outside of Canada for which they were convicted if five years has passed since the end of the sentence. To gain entry you will need to prove that the required time has gone by and that you have led a stable lifestyle since the conviction. A stable lifestyle can be demonstrated by noting your maintenance of a permanent residence, holding down a job and even by providing a reference letter.
Those seeking criminal rehabilitation for entry into Canada should be aware that the process could take some time. In some cases the application can take a year or more to be considered.
What’s the best time to consult with a DWI Attorney located in Minneapolis, MN
Obviously, the best time to arrange a consultation with a DUI Lawyer is as soon as you’ve been arrested. The best way to prevent the ramifications for drunk driving is to hire an experienced and qualified attorney with the goal of preventing a conviction. Douglas T. Kans and his team have successfully represented thousands of individuals charged with all levels of alcohol related driving offenses. Feel free to contact us to arrange your free consultation and case review.