Factors that matter
- Method of trial
- Applicable waiting-period regime
- Sentence completion
- Schedule 1 or other restrictions
INDICTABLE CONVICTIONS
Record Suspension after an indictable conviction
Indictable convictions generally involve a longer waiting period and different PBC service standard than summary matters.
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DIRECT ANSWER
Record Suspension after an indictable conviction
Confirm the applicable law, full sentence completion and all convictions before calculating eligibility. Some offences may be excluded or subject to additional requirements.
Possible next steps
- Obtain official court information
- Check eligibility restrictions
- Build evidence of sustained rehabilitation where required
- Prepare a complete application package
Documents to organize
- RCMP criminal record obtained through electronic fingerprints
- Court Information Form for each conviction
- Local police records checks for required locations
- Identification and current official PBC forms
Verify current forms, fees and requirements in the official Parole Board of Canada guide.
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CallSTART WITH CLARITY
A complete application starts with the right records.
Eligibility & waiting period
Identify the law that may apply using your first offence, conviction type and completion of every sentence component.
Records & documents
Organize RCMP, court and local police records, identification and military documents when they apply.
Application preparation
Prepare the forms and measurable benefit statement, then check the package for missing or inconsistent information before submission.
HOW IT WORKS
From eligibility check to a submission-ready package.
Share the key dates without being forced to guess.
Gather RCMP, court and local police documents.
Complete the forms and your measurable benefit statement.
Check dates, signatures and supporting records before sending the package to PBC.
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Common questions before you start
Is every serious offence eligible?+
No. Statutory exclusions and conditions must be checked.
Does the sentence length decide everything?+
No. Method of trial and applicable legislation also matter.
Can PBC propose refusal?+
Yes, and the applicant may have an opportunity to make representations.
Do I need a lawyer or service company?+
No. You can apply directly to the Parole Board of Canada. Our independent service helps organize records, check completeness and prepare the application; it does not provide special access or guarantee approval.
When am I eligible to apply?+
The law that applies can depend on the date of your first offence, the type of offence and when every part of your sentence was completed, including probation and payments. Start with the assessment rather than guessing a waiting period.
Will it let me enter the United States?+
No. A Canadian record suspension does not guarantee entry or visa privileges in another country. U.S. admissibility and waivers are separate matters.
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