Practical guidance for eligible people seeking a record suspension, formerly known as a pardon.
A Practical Path Forward After a Conviction
For many people, the consequences of a criminal matter do not end when the sentence is complete. A criminal record can continue to affect employment, housing, travel, licensing, volunteering, and day-to-day peace of mind for years afterward.
A record suspension, previously commonly referred to as a pardon, may allow an eligible person to move forward with fewer barriers and greater privacy. A record suspension is not available for every offence or in every circumstance, so the first step is determining whether the person is eligible and what requirements must be satisfied.
A Process That Requires Care
A record suspension application is not simply a matter of completing one form and sending it in. The process requires supporting material from police and courthouses, other documentation, careful attention to eligibility requirements, and a complete and accurate application.
Errors or omissions can delay the process and create unnecessary frustration for someone who is already trying to put an old matter behind them.
Jensen Law assists eligible clients from beginning to end, including assessing eligibility, gathering required materials, preparing the application, and helping ensure it is presented properly to the Parole Board of Canada.
Moving Beyond an Old Matter
Many people who contact us about a record suspension are not dealing with a current legal problem. They are trying to move forward.
They may be applying for work, looking for housing, volunteering in the community, planning travel, or simply seeking the ability to live without an old record continuing to create unnecessary barriers.
That is why we treat the process seriously. It is not only about paperwork. It is about helping an eligible person take a meaningful step forward.
