2007-08-27 15:11:05 · 4 answers · asked by Normand V 1 in Travel ➔ Canada ➔ Other - Canada
The Canada Customs and Immigration people have the right to refuse entry to anyone with a criminal conviction, regardless of the actual severity of the crime (misdemeanor or felony).
That being said, they take DUI/DWI convictions VERY seriously.
Most of those with a first offense can get away with paying (a hefty) fine, but the incident must have been at least 3 years prior. If a second offense (or third, or fourth, ...) has occurred within a 10 year span, they WILL refuse entry.
And it doesn't have to be a conviction, either. It only has to be a charge for DUI or DWI.
2007-08-28 00:30:44 · answer #1 · answered by CanTexan 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A DUI is a crime in the USA, and a similar crime does exist on the books in Canada so it does count.
You still can pay the fee and get in with Two convictions. But 5 years must have passed since the end of your penalty
2007-08-28 02:37:59 · answer #2 · answered by JuanB 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If 5 years have passed since last conviction, you should be OK.
2007-08-28 06:04:04 · answer #3 · answered by nbr660 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
DUI isn't flagged. It a driving crime, so it goes on your driving record, not your criminal record. I wouldn't worry about it.
2007-08-27 22:46:35 · answer #4 · answered by lilykdesign 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋