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a summary offence: We destroy your record three years after you complete your sentence; an indictable offence: We seal your record five years after you complete your sentence; As per the Youth Criminal Justice Act, we may extend the date for destroying or sealing your record may be extended if you are found guilty of a new offence.
Jun 29, 2010 · Your application will be assessed against this Criminal Records Act criteria: Eligibility criteria: After the expiration of any sentence including imprisonment, probation and the payment of any fine(s), the waiting period is: 5 years – an offence prosecuted by indictment. 3 years – an offence punishable on summary conviction.
If ALL your convictions are included, go to STEP 2. If any of your convictions are missing from your criminal record, you must get a Proof of Conviction for each one. To get this, contact the court that heard your case and/or the police service that arrested you to get this information. The Proof of Conviction must include the: Date and court ...
Find out where to get a criminal record check, types of checks, the steps involved, and processing times and fees. Managing criminal records Find out how CCRTIS manages criminal record information, about record suspensions, absolute and conditional discharges, youth records and non-conviction information.
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Important notice: If you have applied or are planning to apply for a record suspension, please take note of the recent changes to eligibility and wait times. Read more.
You MAY apply for a Record Suspension if you:
You DO NOT need to apply for a record suspension if you:
* For more information, contact the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Pardon & Purge Services.
** Your record(s) will be destroyed or archived once all applicable time periods have elapsed under the Young Offenders Act or the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Footnote 1
Victim surcharges imposed under section 737 of the Criminal Code on or after October 24, 2013 and on or before December 13, 2018 will not be considered in determining eligibility for a record suspension.
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Footnote 2
If you were ordered to pay restitution to an individual or entity, courts may not be able to confirm payment (if this is the case, call the PBC at 1-800-874-2652).
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You can apply for a record of suspension directly from the Parole Board of Canada. You can only apply if your sentence and the waiting period for your offence have both expired. The waiting period is 5 years for a summary offence, and 10 years for an indictable offence. To apply for a record suspension, you must pay a fee.
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Even if removal or deportation proceedings are brought against you because of a criminal record, it is a good idea to start the process of having your record removed. By doing this you can show Immigration Canada that you are no longer involved in any criminal activities, and that you qualify to have your criminal record removed.
