There are various consequences that arises in the immigration context when an individual is convicted of a crime. The affects of immigration for a permanent resident is different than that of a refugee. Where the conviction was a Summary offence, on a single offence, and there is less than 6 months imprisonment, then a permanent resident is still admissible, a foreign national is still admissible, a protected person is still admissible, and a refugee claimant is still admissible into Canada. If the offence is Summary, and there are two convictions, of which they do not arise out of the same incident, and the accused received less than 6 months of imprisonment as a sentence, then only a permanent resident is still admissible. If the offence is Indictable where a maximum sentence is less than 10 years, so long as the accused receives a sentence of less than 6 months imprisonment will a permanent resident be still admissible. However, if they receive a sentence equal to or more than 6 months imprisonment, then a permanent resident will not be admissible. If the offence is Indictable, where a maximum sentence is equal to or more than 10 years, then it does not matter whether an accused receives a sentence of more than or less than 6 months imprisonment, as they are inadmissible to Canada for immigration purposes. Note that this is not legal advice, and if you are an accused with questions about immigration consequences to your case, you should consult with an Immigration Lawyer directly to discuss your particular circumstances and case. The information here is general information and may change as directed by legislation.
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