Traveling Through Canada with a Criminal Record or a DUI: What to Do if You Have a Layover
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Traveling Through Canada with a Criminal Record or a DUI: What to Do if You Have a Layover

If you have a criminal or DUI conviction that makes you inadmissible to Canada, and you have a flight with a layover in Canada, or if you are driving to a U.S. destination but need to travel through Canada to get there, it could be problematic. Travel through the country may be possible, but you…

Denied Entry to Canada?  Criminal Inadmissibility and How to Overcome It.
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Denied Entry to Canada? Criminal Inadmissibility and How to Overcome It.

If you have tried to enter Canada and been told you are inadmissible you were likely turned back at the border or airport and denied entry. This can be a disheartening experience, but understanding the reason for the determination and knowing how to address a past denial, can significantly improve your chances of a successful…

Crossing the Canadian Border with a DUI: Travel Risks and Regulations
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Crossing the Canadian Border with a DUI: Travel Risks and Regulations

A conviction for any impaired  driving offense can make you inadmissible to Canada.  Depending on your state, your offense may be referred to as a DUI, DWI, DWAI ,OVI ,OUI,  DUID, OWI, OVUII, OWVI, OUIL, OUID, OMVWI, RAR, or UOWI.  Any of these can pose significant challenges at the border, but understanding the process and…

Traveling to Canada with a DUI: Client’s Success Story
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Traveling to Canada with a DUI: Client’s Success Story

Can you go to Canada if you have a DUI? Yes! However, the journey to enter Canada with a DUI conviction can be complex and challenging. At Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law, we have helped many clients overcome these obstacles, enabling them to travel freely and continue their professional and personal endeavors. Here are two inspiring stories of clients who successfully navigated their way into Canada despite their past DUI convictions.

US DUI Entry to Canada
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Can I go to Canada with a US DUI or other conviction?

Entering Canada with a criminal record, including a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) from the United States, can be challenging. Canada’s strict laws may classify DUI as a severe offense, potentially affecting your ability to cross the border. This blog will help you understand the nuances of Canadian border policies and how they pertain to a DUI on your record.

DUI Entry to Canada
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Can a lawyer help me enter Canada with a DUI?

Canadian immigration laws present a unique set of challenges for individuals with a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction. Recognized as a grave criminal offense within Canada, a DUI can severely impede one’s ability to gain entry into the country. Yet, there are established legal pathways designed to overcome this hurdle. We discuss your options for entry to Canada with a DUI-related offense here.