Accu-metrics Pardon Service
Accu-Metrics' first national pardon service, we will clear your record for $249. Expedited personal, professional
service with 20 years of experience. Call 416 691 4167.
Obtain a Canadian pardon, U.S. entry waiver, and purge your record with Accu-metrics, Canada's leading forensic facility
linked to all police services.
Accu-metrics, an RCMP accredidted Fingerprint Agency, offers free in house legal expertise, a professional staff, and will
expedite your pardon or waiver economically and efficiently. Our fees start as low as $249.00.
ONLY VIAGUARD ENSURES YOU CAN MEET THE NEW GOVERNMENT CRITERIA
"THE ONUS WILL BE ON THE APPLICANT TO DEMONSTRATE TO THE PAROLE BOARD THAT THEY ARE REHABILITATED"
the only pardon/waiver service that expidites your application with our exclusive rehabilitation certification program- availabe to clients who want it at no cost
exclusive at accu-metrics
Accu-metrics offers pardons at $249, and waivers at $199, including expidited servce. We will always discuss your circumstances
in person, and advise on the best course of action.
WORRY-FREE PARDON AND WAIVER SERVICES BY OUR PROFESSIONALS -- EXPIDITED AND ECONOMICAL
AN IMPORTANT AND EXCLUSIVE ACCU-METRICS OPTION
YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO HAVE REHABILITATIVE INSTRUCTION but in both pardon and waiver applications, the decision making tribunals have indicated a preference for documented evidence of rehabilitation.
Accu-metrics now has available an intensive optional course in criminal rehabilitation
which can be taken at a convenient time and place, or by the internet.
You will be issued a certificate indicating your successful participation and this may be
very helpful in your application as this step indicates to the decision making officials
that you are serious about leading a rehabilitative life. This course will not delay your
application and MAY ASSIST IN EXPEDITING ITS APPROVAL. Cost of this
optional course is $100.00.
This is the certificate you receive on completion of the course, a copy of which will be
submitted with your application.
ACCU-METRICS PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE PARDON/WAIVER SYSTEM
A BRIEF SUMMARY OF PRESENTATIONS BEING MADE TO GOVERNMENT COMMITTEES
Accu-metrics is a leader in expidited and economical pardon and waiver servicess , based on personal service and understanding,
We have facilitated the issuance of thousands of pardons and waivers. Unfortunatly the current system is being made even more tortuous
by proposed changes under bill c-23.
We will question the regressive nature of some of the changes,as not being in the public interest,but there is one change that should
be implemented as soon as possible.
The time periods for pardon eligibility in the legislation should be considered as maximum time periods. The judge in passing
sentence should have the ability to rule on a shorter period for pardon eligibility if the circumstances merit it. Every case has
unique circumstances and just as in sentencing, one size does not fit all. There is often as punitive a nature in a continuing
ciminal record, as in the actual sentencing penalties A judge, in possession of the facts at the time of trial, can hear arguments
from the parties and is in the best position to make an enlightened decision on reduced periods for pardon eligibility.
A five year wait for pardon eligibility could be reduced say to three , or left at five , depending on the circumstances of the
case.
Encouraging people who have made a mistake and paid their penalty, to behave in an exemplary manner ,and obtain an earlier
pardon, creates one less barrier to becoming productive citizens.
FURTHER
At present the U.S. . justice system does not recognize Canadian pardons . In practical terms this means that even for lesser
offences, for which a Canadian has obtained a pardon his record remains in the U.S. . system and he may be refused entry to the U.S. .
in perpetuity unless a U.S. waiver is obtained. Obtaining a U.S. waiver is an expensive and time consuming process.
While we recognize the right of the U.S to decide who can enter their country, reason has to prevail over paranoia. For a list
of serious offence catagories, we can accept their desire for tight controls and the waiver process. The fact is that the vast majority
of persons obtain a pardon for a long list of much less serious crimes, often committed as juveniles,and they should no be required to
obtain a U.S. waiver. The U.S. shouild recognzie the Candain justice system as being relevant.
The Government of Canada should ask for , and be given this reasonable concession as befits best friends and neighbours.
No American need feel less secure.
Why a Pardon?
A criminal record is an impediment to where you can work, volunteer, travel and live. It will affect every facet of your social and economic well being. Anyone convicted of a criminal offence has a criminal record.
Many people are not aware of the fact that once you have been fingerprinted and a charge has been laid, even if it has been dropped, you have been acquitted, or received an absolute, or conditional discharge you have a non-conviction criminal record and may be unable to pass a police clearance. Thus, even after obtaining a Canadian Pardon we advise purging, and expunging your record.
Steps in your Accu-metrics Expedited Pardon Application
Accu-metrics will take your fingerprints digitally and obtain your RCMP official record of any registered convictions, charges throughout Canada.
Applicants are often surprised that some older convictions are not registered or there are multiple convictions that you are not aware of.
Accu-metrics will acquire certification from every court jurisdiction where you have had a conviction and certify that your penalty has been served and any fines paid.
We will contact all local police services in the jurisdiction where you have been charged or convicted and obtain required certificates.
If you have served in the military we will obtain your military conduct report.
Accu-metrics will guide you in obtaining character reference letters and determining whether your application should include consideration for compassionate circumstances.
We will then petition the National Parole Board for your pardon.
The Importance of Character Reference Letters
Character reference letters may be very important in ensuring your pardon is obtained in an expedited matter.
To understand the importance of character references letters you should know a little about the structure of the National Parole Board who will be reviewing your application.
The board is an independent administrative tribunal that has exclusive authority for making decisions to grant, deny, and revoke pardons under the Criminal Records Act and the Criminal Code of Canada.
The board is an agency within the Ministry of Public Safety Canada and is composed of 72 members in regional offices across the country.
In reviewing pardons, the board maintains high standards of integrity and independence and performs its duties with sensitivity but in reviewing a completed paper application, it is difficult to develop a sense of compassion and sensibility.
Character reference letters that speak from the heart and indicate your exemplary conduct and character since your conviction and mention positive aspects of your life, give a personal meaning to the application that is helpful in ensuring a timely pardon. Accu-metrics will guide you through this process.
Grounds of compassion
Accu-metrics will review your status under the Royal Perogative of Mercy 2001 (RPM).
The RPM is a perogative exercised in Canada involving clemency in certain cases and is granted usually on recommendation from the Minister of Public Safety or another Minister. It is used where justice, humanity, and compassion are served by overriding ridged procedures.
Accu-metrics will review your personal circumstances and help construct a case for special status if appropriate.
Expunging a File-Fee is $150
A criminal record is created in many non-conviction circumstances including
Withdrawn charges
Absolute and conditional charges
Stay of proceedings
Finding of being not criminally responsible
These records are kept on file along with your personal information and fingerprints.
Accu-metrics will ensure these files are expunged and the records destroyed.
Accu-metrics Pardon Timeline Guide
Summary Offences
Pardon is available 3 years after the completion of your last sentence and/or any related penalties. You should apply after 2 years.
Typical Offences Include
Driving under the influence
Possession of an illegal drug
Fraud or theft under $5000
Failure to appear
Breach of probation
Simple assault
Indictable Offences
Pardon is available 5 years after the completion of your last sentence and/or any related penalties. Apply after 4 years.
Typical Offences Include
Robbery
Procession for purposes of trafficking
Fraud or theft over $5000
Break and Enter
Aggravated or sexual assault (Rape)
Manslaughter
What happens to your criminal record?
After a pardon is issued your record is removed from searchable systems (CPIC) within a 30 days period. The pardon board issues a directive to all federal agencies including the RCMP to implement this policy.
The pardon board requires local police agencies to follow this procedure within 90 days, and all court records are removed and placed under seal with no access except by you.
U.S. Waiver
A Canadian pardon will not remove your name from the U.S. Customs and Border Services data base of persons prohibited from U.S. entry. You may be in their data base for a variety of reasons which include prior charges and convictions in Canada, illegal entry to the U.S. on previous occasions and illegally working in the U.S. Unfortunately there is no certain way of ascertaining what is stored in the U.S. computer system because all this information is considered classified. U.S. Customs may be tolerant of certain minor offences such as driving under the influence of alcohol, juvenile delinquency, trespassing etc., but in all cases allowing entry is at the discretion of the individual Border Officer you encounter.
There are certain crimes which are regarded by the U.S. as crimes of moral turpitude and here there is no doubt that you will be denied entry. These offences would include drug possession or trafficking, fraud, arson, blackmail, robbery etc. You will absolutely require a waiver for U.S. entry if ever convicted or charges with a crime of moral turpitude.
If you have reason to be concerned Accu-metrics should apply for your U.S. Waiver which will allow unconditional entry. Waivers are issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security whose authority overrides any discretionary powers of U.S. Customs and Border Services agents.
The fee for a waiver is $199.00 plus fingerprinting costs of $49.00 plus $25.00 for an RCMP certificate, which Accu-metrics will obtain for you. When your final U.S. waiver application is filed there is a fee payable to U.S. Homeland Security of $585.00 U.S.
Every case is unique. Contact Accu-metrics
Pardon Service at (416) 691-4167 or toll free 1-877-842-4827 so we can
assess your situation and give you our professional opinion at no cost
or obligation. Or click here
to apply online.
Obtaining a Canadian Pardon can be done most economically, if with our guidance you are prepared to do some of the work involved, or if you prefer we can handle the complete process.
Rest assured that at Accu-metrics you will receive the most efficient, economical and expedited service.
FOR MOST PEOPLE THE WAGES OF A CRIMINAL OFFENCE ARE POVERTY
Accu-metrics review of the proposed government "Get Tough On Crime" legislation indicates areas of concern that appear to be overlooked or misunderstood. Further, there are serious doubts about the proposed intention of lengthening the period of time required for pardon eligibility.
In a large number of interviews with persons seeking a pardon or those who have obtained one, certain facts become evident.
One relevant theme is that for many, a criminal record resulted in expensive legal bills, fines, incarceration, loss of subsequent employment opportunity and many other setbacks for the person and their family.
The benefits "material or emotional", of what in most cases was a less than major crime, turned out to be detrimental.
In the 5-year period after being granted a pardon a recipient is 70% less likely to reoffend than a person who has never applied for or been granted a pardon.
These numbers mirror an extensive study done by Correctional Service Canada about a decade ago. Their conclusion stated "we should be equally concerned about the risk to public safety posed by offenders who are not paroled. These offenders are a greater risk to the community, in that their reoffending rates are so much higher than those of parolees".
The granting of a pardon in a timely manner is a proven deterrent to reoffending. The Parole Board of Canada should be given the additional resources needed to facilitate the process. They do an admirable job, but are over burdened resulting in major delays.
The issuance of a pardon has multiple positive effects on a person's life. It opens employment and educational opportunities, restores a sense of personal worth and dignity, and is a definite stimulus to avoiding a recurrence of problems.
While serious offenders particularly those whose offences include crimes of moral turpitude will need special attention, the vast majority of offenders are characterized as having been naïve, foolish, easily influenced, and under emotional or financial pressure. Many were involved with drugs or alcohol. While these are not excuses for criminal acts, they should not form the basis for exaggerated punitive measures. The offenders family are often collateral victims of the misdeed.
Rehabilitative services should be made more accessible, they have an important role to play. At Accu-metrics regardless as to whether the applicant has already taken a rehabilitative program or not, they are encouraged to take the Accu-metrics course which can be done at our facility or online. Applicants are then required to complete a questionnaire as to their interpretation of the program, how it will assist them, and are given a verbal interview. The response has been favourable.
While even a large number of interviews and applicants do not produce statistically valid conclusions, nevertheless what emerges is a clear indication that the granting of a pardon has profound positive effects on the life of an individual and the society they live in.
The criminal justice system has already extracted the requisite penalty for the crime and although some may argue it is impossible to make amends for misdeeds that impact victims, the best interest of society are served by allowing people to reintegrate into the mainstream, and become and remain responsible, contributing members.
Judith Tenenbaum
Rehabilitation Services
Accu-Metrics/Pardon
