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cofitosus@gmail.com - 21 Nov 2006 16:11 GMT

I obtained a bachelor's degree from US university and currently working
(1 yr ). I wanted to get some details on immigrating to Canada. I had a
criminal conviction (misdemeanor charges) about 3 years ago which i
went ahead and filed for motion for withheald judgement and was
granted. This means in US Law, I was convicted but the case was closed.
However, when i was offered my first job, i had to provide all the
documentation from my lawyer about the case closed situation since the
National criminal Database did not pull the complete record about the
case closed.

I read in the Canadian Immigration website that they deny immigration
for criminal conviction. Before i start my process or pay a lawyer for
more information, I wanted to see if someone could help with this
regard. Do u think i can possible get immigration status for Canada and
if yes, what would i need to do?

Any advice will be appreciated

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battlefield@hotmail.com - 24 Nov 2006 05:09 GMT

There is no solid answer to your question actually. Since there was a
criminal conviction, there was an arrest recod that will show on FBI
fingerprint check. You have to explain the conviction on your
application if you decide to apply. "A legal decision on your
inadmissibility can only be made at the time you seek entry into Canada
either through an application or at a port of entry." I suggest you
read the following site:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/conviction.html

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Sincerely,

RahimBadsha
http://www.VisaCanadaImmigration.com

> I obtained a bachelor's degree from US university and currently working
> (1 yr ). I wanted to get some details on immigrating to Canada. I had a
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> Any advice will be appreciated

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