Criminal Inadmissibility
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Criminal inadmissibility refers to a situation in which an individual with a criminal record is denied entry into Canada or the right to apply for a Canadian visa. Criminal inadmissibility can occur even if the individual has served their sentence and is deemed rehabilitated in their country of origin.
Convictions Outside Canada: If an individual has been convicted of a crime outside of Canada, they may be considered criminally inadmissible to enter the country. This is because Canadian authorities consider the equivalent of the crime committed in Canada and its punishment.
Convictions Inside Canada: If an individual has been convicted of a crime in Canada, they will also be considered criminally inadmissible. In this case, their inadmissibility is related to their criminal record in Canada and will not be affected by the rehabilitation or pardon process of another country.
How to Overcome Criminal Admissibility:
There are a few options for individuals who are deemed criminally inadmissible in Canada:
Temporary Waiver to Enter Canada: In some cases, individuals may be able to apply for a temporary waiver to enter Canada. This allows the individual to enter the country for a specific period of time and for a specific purpose, such as attending a family event or conducting business.
Criminal Rehabilitation: Criminal rehabilitation is a permanent solution to overcome criminal inadmissibility. This process requires the individual to demonstrate that they have been rehabilitated and are unlikely to reoffend in the future.
Record Suspension: A record suspension, formerly known as a pardon, is another permanent solution to overcome criminal inadmissibility. This process requires the individual to apply to the Parole Board of Canada and to demonstrate that they have been rehabilitated and are unlikely to reoffend in the future.
In conclusion, being deemed criminally inadmissible to Canada can be a complex and challenging process. However, there are options available to individuals who have been convicted of a crime, such as applying for a temporary waiver or undergoing the rehabilitation or record suspension process.
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