AllCleared Insights & Education Corner
Knowledge is power. Read through our vast list of informative insights written by our team of experts and empower yourself.Court challenges: Applying for a pardon under the old rules
If you are applying for a Record Suspension in Canada, or planning to, you may be wondering how recent court challenges affect you. Two court challenges were launched against the federal government and decided earlier this year. These cases challenged the government’s...
Hybrid offences and Record Suspensions: A Guide
Hybrid offences are the most common type of charge in Canada. There are three types of charges and each will affect when you can apply for a Record Suspension. The three types of charges are: Summary (minor) Indictable (more serious) Hybrid – Either summary or...
Weekend Roundup: LCBO announces first-run marijuana stores
Marijuana legalization New NDP leader says Trudeau should have decriminalized marijuana Jagmeet Singh told Vice News that it was “irresponsible” for the government to refuse to decriminalize marijuana, which would have prevented many from acquiring criminal records....
Edmonton Criminal Record Check: How to get it
The easiest way to get an Edmonton criminal record check is to go to the Police Information Check Station at the Nexus Business Park. If you do not have a criminal record, they can do a Police Information Check that same day. The website states that the maximum wait...
Record Suspension application: How to Guide
If you have a criminal record, you will need to complete an application to get it sealed. You get a copy of the Record Suspension application by visiting the Parole Board website. You can also get help with your application by contacting AllCleared. We are an...
Weekend Roundup: Expect more scrutiny at the border
Border issues More scrutiny on flights to the United States If you are flying to the US, you can expect more screening as new security measures come into force. The scrutiny includes electronic devices and criminal record checks. Read more at CTV News Lawyer...
Criminal record check in Canada: What is it?
A criminal record check in Canada is intended to help employers, volunteer organizations and others screen applicants and avoid risks. Not everyone with a criminal background is a risk to businesses or organizations; in fact, most don't pose any risk at all. However,...
Social media and digital privacy at the border
Lately, there has been concern expressed about how far border agents in the US and Canada can go when it comes to digital privacy. Border agents have started searching digital devices and asking for social media passwords. These practices are especially concerning for...
Weekend Roundup: Bill seeks to ban discrimination on basis of criminal record
Criminal records Private member’s bill seeks to ban discrimination against people with records Right now, people in Ontario are protected from discrimination if they have a Record Suspension or pardon. An MPP wants to extend protection to all people with records. Read...
Weekend roundup: Canada releases report on pardon reform
Criminal records Canada releases results of public consultation on pardons Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale says the results of the consultations will be used to determine the pardon reform suggestions the government proposes. Read the press release Public...
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