Immigration Consequences of Criminal Charges in British Columbia
Paul E. Briggs Law assists clients in Surrey and across British Columbia with Criminal immigration Consequences
Paul E. Briggs Law assists clients whose immigration status may be affected by a criminal charge, guilty plea, conviction, sentence, or criminal record.
For permanent residents, international students, foreign workers, refugee claimants, and other people without Canadian citizenship, a criminal matter can affect more than the court case. It may affect admissibility, status in Canada, travel, employment, study, permanent residence, appeal rights, and exposure to removal from Canada.
Paul E. Briggs Law provides confidential criminal defence and immigration-related legal advice for clients in Surrey, the Lower Mainland, and throughout British Columbia.
Criminal Charges and Immigration Status
For non-citizens, a criminal charge may affect immigration status, admissibility, permanent residence, work or study status, travel, and the ability to remain in Canada.
- Criminal immigration consequences
- Criminal inadmissibility
- Serious criminality
- Guilty pleas and sentencing
- Permanent resident concerns
- Student, worker, and refugee claimant concerns
Immigration Enforcement and Removal Risk
When CBSA or immigration authorities become involved, a person may face detention, border issues, admissibility proceedings, a removal order, or deportation concerns.
- Removal orders
- Deportation concerns
- CBSA detention
- Border issues
- Admissibility hearings
- Immigration appeals
Immigration Relief After Criminal Issues
A past charge, conviction, sentence, or criminal record may continue to affect entry to Canada, immigration applications, travel, and future status.
- Temporary resident permits
- Criminal rehabilitation
- Deemed rehabilitation
- Record suspensions
- Immigration impact assessments
Criminal Charge Immigration Impact Consultation in Surrey
A Criminal Charge Immigration Impact Consultation is designed for permanent residents and foreign nationals facing a criminal charge in Surrey, the Lower Mainland, or elsewhere in British Columbia.
This service is limited to immigration consequences arising from a criminal matter. It does not include general immigration applications, visas, family sponsorships, work permits, study permits, citizenship applications, or permanent residence planning.
Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Immigration Consequences
Can a criminal charge affect my immigration status in Canada?
A criminal charge, guilty plea, conviction, sentence, or criminal record may affect immigration status in Canada. Depending on the offence, sentence, and immigration status, it may raise concerns about admissibility, permanent residence, temporary status, travel, appeal rights, or removal from Canada.
What is criminal inadmissibility?
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Criminal inadmissibility means a person may be prevented from entering or remaining in Canada because of criminality. The analysis may depend on the offence, sentence, immigration status, prior history, and the immigration law that applies.
What is serious criminality?
Serious criminality is a category under Canadian immigration law that can affect permanent residents and foreign nationals. It may lead to removal risk and, in some cases, limits on appeal rights.
Can a permanent resident be removed from Canada for a criminal offence?
In some cases, yes. A permanent resident may face removal proceedings after certain criminal convictions or sentences. The risk depends on the offence, sentence, immigration history, prior record, and available appeal rights.
Can a criminal record affect future immigration applications?
A criminal record may affect future immigration applications, travel to Canada, temporary resident permits, permanent residence, citizenship-related issues, or admissibility. The effect depends on the offence, sentence, time passed, and the application being made.
How much is the Request a Criminal Charge Impact Consultation?
Paul E. Briggs Law offers a 30-minute Immigration Impact Assessment for $250.
At Paul E. Briggs Law, we assist clients in Surrey, BC and throughout British Columbia with immigration consequences connected to criminal charges, inadmissibility, CBSA concerns, detention, removal risk, and criminal records. Our approach is confidential, practical, and focused on helping clients understand how criminal and immigration issues may affect their future in Canada.