Detained in Canadian airport
My boyfriend was on layover headed to us. They detained him for some kind of contraband in luggage that he didn't know of. He has been held for two and a half days. They took his phone, but allowed him to use it yesterday. I heard nothing since. Do they keep phone like this? How long will they? Can they legally hold him?
Best Answer
If he was carrying something that is subject to import restrictions, but is otherwise legal, then he would normally be released immediately with a fine, unless he chose to challenge the decision, in which case he'll have to remain for the duration of the trial. If he attempted to bring an illegal substance or item into the country, he could face criminal charges, which naturally could take anywhere from weeks to years to be resolved.
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What happens if you are detained at the airport?
After the CBP officer has completed his questioning, he will either admit you into the United States, place you in removal proceedings, or deny your entry and send you on a return flight to another country.How long can a person be detained in Canada?
If you are not released then, your detention must be reviewed every 30 days after that, until you are either released or removed from Canada. There is no limit on how long you can be detained. However, you cannot be held indefinitely.Can CBSA detain you?
The CBSA is responsible for managing the immigration detention process. Following an arrest, an individual may be detained at one of three CBSA immigration Holding Centres ( IHC ) in Canada (Laval, Quebec, Toronto, Ontario and Surrey, British Columbia).Why would you get detained at the airport?
Reasons for airport detention include if the lawful permanent resident: Left the U.S. for more than six months. Abandoned their Lawful Permanent Resident status. Was involved in illegal activity outside the U.S.Canadian man arrested at Amsterdam airport for alleged bomb threat
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