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How Long Will a DUI Stay on Your Record in Alberta?
Key Takeaways How Long a DUI Stays on Your Criminal Record A criminal record is a record of criminal convictions under Canada’s Criminal Code. DUI offences (including impaired driving and over 80) are criminal offences, so if you are convicted, it becomes part of your criminal history. What a criminal record is and why it…
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Record Suspension (Pardon) for Assault Convictions: Step-by-Step Guide
What Is a Record Suspension in Canada? Record Suspension vs. the Former Term “Pardon” Many people still use the word “pardon,” but the correct legal term in Canada today is record suspension. A record suspension does not rewrite history, but it significantly limits who can access your record in everyday situations. Governed by the Parole…
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Protecting Your Assets during a Fraud Investigation in Calgary
How Assets Become at Risk during a Fraud Investigation Bank Accounts, Investment Accounts, and Cash Holdings Financial accounts are usually the first target. Investigators may: Even legitimate funds can be temporarily inaccessible if they are commingled with money under investigation. For individuals and business owners, this can immediately affect payroll, mortgages, and everyday living expenses.…