The National Pardon Centre™

Two of the most common questions we are asked at the National Pardon Centre are do I have a criminal record and/or do I need a pardon? If you have been to court you have a criminal record and you are most likely in need of a pardon.

Depending on the outcome you may require a purge and file destruction instead of a pardon. In any case, starting the application process today is the first step in removing your criminal record.

The Parole Board of Canada is the governing body that grants pardons and the application process involves paperwork that is intricate, tedious and time consuming. Your application must be done right or it will be rejected and returned and then you will have to start over at the beginning. Furthermore, if your pardon application is rejected you will have to pay a fee.

The National Pardon Centre takes care of the application process for you. We ensure your highest possible chance of securing a pardon and removing your criminal record.

Trying to find work in a downturn economy is hard enough but trying to get a job in today’s economy if you have a criminal record is a real struggle. More and more companies require background checks and security clearance before committing to hiring an employee.

There is great value in eliminating your criminal record. Even minor offenses like shoplifting, DUI and marijuana possession will make you ineligible for certain jobs and place restrictions on your ability to travel.

If you have a criminal record, apply for a pardon today and remove the restrictions on your life and livelihood.

I don’t want to get my hopes up that the crime bill will be amended in favour of the pardon program’s current criteria but at least the Tory controlled senate is showing some retraint when it comes to passing the legislation. I don’t think the Conservatives had much choice in the matter. After trying to submit amendments that were rejected it would be provide anyone with a charter challenge strong evidence that the government had not thought the bill through thoroughly enough. Of course I am just speculating. Who really knows what the government is thinking on this one? It’s anyone’s guess.

For a more detailed read on the subject click the following link to the CBC website. 

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/story/2011/12/07/pol-crime-senate.html

The Omnibus crime bill cleared the House of Commons yesterday much to nobody’s surprise. There remains the faintest of hopes that we will still see some amendments but I am certainly not going to hold my breath. Mind you the way this “debate” has been handled it would be fair to expect the absurd rather than business as usual so who knows.

At any rate there isn’t really much at all to report on at this point. The bill cleared the house with a solid majority of votes: 157-127, to be exact. Now it just has to go to the Senate but since the Tories have a clear majority there as well we can expect to see the omnibus train wreck (to mix metaphors) become law pretty soon.

I apologize for the jaded nature of this particular post but it has been a frustrating process to say the least. I will continue to maintain hope that we will see some amendments but if I had to bet my money I would say we should expect pardons to become record suspensions very soon. We can expect to see certain categories of offenders excluded from the program, putting them on a clear path towards a consistent life of crime. And we can expect see the waiting periods for eligibility to be extended.

As for the other measures in the bill, more qualified people have commented on them extensively. There is no shortage of criticism. So I will just leave it at that.

What is a pardon? A pardon is the easiest and most common way to clear your criminal record and liberate yourself from the restrictions you have no doubt experienced in relation to travel, education and getting a job.

The application for a pardon is made to the Parole Board of Canada and a positive outcome relies heavily on meeting the board’s eligibility requirements.

The application process is lengthy and complex and having a professional company like National Pardon Centre working on your behalf greatly increases your chances of securing a pardon and eliminating your criminal record.

Once your pardon is granted you will have the same opportunities and advantages as those who have never had to deal with the trials and tribulations associated with having a criminal record.

A pardon seals your criminal record and cannot be disclosed to anyone without written permission from the Public Safety Minister. This may occur if you are convicted of another crime, in which case your pardon will likely be revoked.

There are two other ways to secure a pardon. One is a Royal Prerogative of Mercy and the other is through Purge and File Destruction.

It’s never too soon to apply for your pardon. Start today!