Driving from Haines Alaska to Anchorage Does having a felony (Domestic Violence) 15 years ago prevent me from entering and exiting Canada?
I had a felony for domestic violence, didn't have money to fight it then. I have traveled through Europe and Mexico and Central America since and never had any problem.
Would Canada be a problem?
Best Answer
Well, there is always the possibility. But taking into account the fact this felony was from 15 years ago, I think you should be fine. If your record has been clean ever since and that felony is your one and only on your criminal record I would say you will be fine.
However, if your criminal record has multiple felonies and offences and anyone of them were recent, you could definitely have a problem on your hands. It is worth speaking with an immigration lawyer, but probably not required. Calling the consulate might be able to help you as well (they generally suck at giving advice over the phone though).
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Can you drive through Canada to Alaska if you have a felony?
According to Canadian law, any U.S. citizen or U.S. resident who has a criminal record may be denied entry into Canada because of criminal inadmissibility. This is true even if felons are just passing through the country.Can I get into Canada with a domestic violence conviction?
Consequently, most convictions for assault or domestic violence, even if the domestic dispute was very minor, can put the person at risk of being denied entry to Canada forever unless they overcome their inadmissibility by obtaining a TRP or undergoing Rehabilitation.Is there a statute of limitations on domestic violence in Canada?
The answer is no. There is no statute of limitation for these kinds of serious cases in the Canadian jurisdiction. The limitations laws of Canada don't prevent any legal proceedings for these cases.What will prevent you from entering Canada?
Crimes That Can Make You Inadmissible to Canada- DUI (including DWI, DWAI, reckless driving, etc.)
- theft.
- drug trafficking.
- drug possession.
- weapons violations.
- assault.
- probation violations.
- domestic violence.
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