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Can I go to Canada with a reckless driving conviction?
I’m planning a trip with friends to Montreal, but I’m freaking out about crossing the border with a reckless driving conviction on my record. Is it possible to go to Canada after reckless driving?
Mary Cahill · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Sorry to hear about your concerns! The good news is you can go to Canada with a reckless driving conviction. You won’t be banned outright from entering the country.
The best short-term solution for potential entry into Canada is to apply for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP). While reckless driving is classified as a misdemeanor in the U.S., this offense is taken very seriously in the Great White North. It’s possible for border patrol to deny you entry into the country for this reason.
If you receive permission to cross the border with a TRP, it will expire after a maximum of three years. A longer-term method of entry is Criminal Rehabilitation. This process can take as long as 12 months, but once it’s complete you can anticipate getting into Canada smoothly—so long as you maintain a clean record.
Be advised that if you have more than one misdemeanor or if you’ve been convicted of any misdemeanor that was violent in nature, you won’t be eligible for a TRP or Criminal Rehabilitation. For those with pending charges, you may need to get government permission to enter Canada.
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