Consult the closest U.S. embassy in your region. It all depends on how long ago the crime was committed, the nature of the crime, and your age (was it a juvenile crime or adult). If the crime was either drug or violence related, your chances drop considerably. However, if it was something small, like public intoxication or domestic disturbance, you will most likely be given a pardon if it happened at least a few years ago. They will make you go through an application process, and it will definitely be costly (just like it's costly to ask for a pardon from the Canadian government to be allowed to enter the country for a crime that was committed in the U.S.). A lawyer is not necessary, court proceedings will most likely not take place unless you decide to sue the U.S. government. Sometimes, the "waiting period" for a crime can take up to ten years - it all depends on the nature of the crime. By contacting the embassy or consulate, they will give you a better understanding of what procedures you have to take.
2006-11-22 14:45:45
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answered by Euralalya 5
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I am a US citizen in Canada (naturalized Canadian, also) and I was recently at the US Embassy in Vancouver, BC to apply for my US Passport and there was a Canadian there who was ahead of me and I heard him tell the embassy officials that he was there to see about a waiver for an old Canadian criminal record so that he could again cross the border into the US. He said he had already received his Canadian Pardon, but now needed the US to give him a waiver.
I agree with Honey who posted here in that you should contact the nearest US Embassy and ask them the procedure. I realize you situation is somewhat different that the man I mention above, since you say your criminal record is in the US; however, I am pretty sure that the Embassy is where you should first look for how to fix this problem.
2006-11-22 18:24:38
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answered by Anonymous
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I suppose it depends on the crime.
You could probably petition the governor of the state where the crime was committed for a pardon. You probably should consult a criminal defense attorney for that.
2006-11-22 13:06:49
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answered by MoltarRocks 7
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Just stay in Canada, you don't need a pardon and most likely will not get one.
2006-11-22 12:50:29
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answered by Paul K 6
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your best chance would be to pose as the thanksgiving turkey and hope for the best
2006-11-22 13:31:57
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answered by Anonymous
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