I have a DUI and was not allowed to enter Canada.
I have a DUI charge.
I was convicted of a US misdemeanor.
I received a pardon for my crime.
Answer
Canada treats impaired driving seriously and increased penalties with the passage of the Impaired Driving Act of 2018, Ch 21 (June 21, 2018)..The Canadian government's websites provide comprehensive information on these issues. The NYCourtHelp guidance on sealing criminal records and getting rights back may be helpful.
Links & Files
- Canada Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Opens in new window
- Canada Criminal Code Opens in new window
- I was convicted of driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs. Can I enter Canada? Opens in new window
- I was only convicted of a misdemeanour. Why can't I enter Canada? Opens in new window
- Immigration and citizenship enforcement and violations Opens in new window
- Impaired Driving Laws Opens in new window
- Court Help -- Getting Rghts Back Opens in new window