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Ontario Pardons
Looking to secure a pardon in Ontario? Look no further! The PBC (Parole Board of Canada) has the power to clear your criminal record if you’ve had problems with the law in the past.
To acquire a pardon you must go through the pardon application process which is notorious for strict eligibility requirements among many other hurdles. While you can attempt the process on your own, it’s better to seek expert help.
Canadian Pardon Application Services is in the business of helping people secure pardons in Ontario and many other parts of Canada. We have had 575,000+ applications approved since 1970. Let us handle yours next. Click here to book a FREE consultation.
Record Suspension Ontario: Our Pardon Application Process
When you choose us, we’ll handle the entire record suspension process for you. We have legal and administrative professionals whose sole purpose is ensuring you get all the records and information together as well as fill and submit all the required forms perfectly. Here’s a summary of our process;
Step 1: Eligibility Assessment
We start by helping you determine if you are eligible to apply. Ontario pardons are applied after a certain waiting period has lapsed which is dependent on the case in question i.e., type of criminal record, if you paid fines in full, served the prison sentence in full, etc. Let’s discuss your case and we’ll let you know if/when to apply.
Step 2: Securing Criminal and Court Records
After confirming eligibility, you need to submit information about your criminal convictions in Ontario to the Parole Board. We help our clients do criminal record checks at this stage.
This may involve requests to accredited institutions i.e. an accredited fingerprinting company or your local police station. We assist with digital fingerprints submissions required when applying for pardons.
We’ll also help you get proof of conviction/s and additional documents required when getting Ontario Pardons. The information is acquired by contacting the court that handled your case. The local police service that arrested you can also provide this information.
Step 3: Filing the Record Suspension Application Form & Exception Form (if applicable)
All questions in the record suspension application must be answered completely and truthfully. There are circumstances where you may require more space. We assist our clients in determining such scenarios and attaching additional info to applications.
We’ll also help you fill out your measurable benefit/sustained rehabilitation form needed to convince the Parole Board that your pardon will offer measurable benefits and help you as you rehabilitate into society.
Other Application Steps
You may also be required to fill out other forms such as an exception form if your criminal record is due to certain criminal offences like schedule 1 offence (sexual offences).
The above steps are a summary of the Ontario record suspension application process. We handle these and more so that you don’t have to attempt to apply for a pardon on your own and lower your chances of approval.
Let proven pardon application experts like us guide you. We offer our professional advice and support every step of the way and submit applications on behalf of our clients after following a foolproof checklist. If you trust our process, there’s a near-zero chance of your application being rejected.
Our Advantage: Professional Ontario Pardon Services
- We Simplify a Seemingly Complex Pardon Application Process
There are multiple steps that must be completed and they vary depending on individual cases. The Parole Board also expects applications to be filed completely, accurately and convincingly (for specific forms i.e. measurable benefit/sustained rehabilitation form). We make a complex process easy.
- We Offer Higher Chances of a Successful Application
An incomplete application or one with errors (typos) can be rejected or returned. If you apply before meeting the eligibility criteria set by the Parole Board, your application will be rejected.
Failing to give satisfactory reasons in the measurable benefit/sustained rehabilitation form will also lead to an application rejection.
Don’t risk a job opportunity, educational opportunities, apartment rental opportunity, child custody case and more by attempting a process you don’t understand fully. Contact us to receive a great service. We’ll be with you at every step of the way.
- Save Time
If your Ontario pardon application gets rejected, you will be given reasons for the rejection, and you can re-apply again. However, you must wait for a year to start an appeal process, and you still won’t be guaranteed anything unless you address the concerns behind the rejection.
Avoid common mistakes and don’t waste your time. Leave record suspension applications to the experts.
Ready to proceed? If so, fill out our online contact form. You can also call 1-888-853-8189 or email [email protected].
FAQs About Ontario Pardons
Will a Record Suspension Remove My Records from All Police Services Databases?
No! Some internal records are kept. However, they remain internally in policy systems and aren't available to any civilians or potential employers who do criminal background checks on you.
What is the Waiting Period for Applying for an Ontario Pardon or Record Suspension?
It depends on factors like the date of conviction and mode of trial. Generally, persons convicted before 29th June 2010 need to wait 3 years for criminal offences prosecuted through summary conviction and 5 years for offences prosecuted through indictment.
For convictions falling between 29th June 2010 and 12th March 2012, the waiting period is 5 years for Schedule 1 offences punishable by summary conviction, and 3 years for other offences also punishable through summary conviction. The waiting period for serious personal injury offences is 10 years.
For convictions on/after 13th March 2012, the waiting period is 10 years for criminal offences prosecuted by indictment and 5 years for those punishable on summary conviction. Talk to us to find out your precise waiting period.