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    kathol Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 8, 2010, 06:43 PM
    Crossing US border from Canada with an Absolute Discharge
    I have recently received an absolute discharge for simple possession of marijuana in Canada. Many websites state that an absolute discharge will not be considered as a conviction by US border law. Am I safe to cross the border?


    In addition, I am not sure if anyone would know this, but if I were to wait a year (the required time for CPIC to clear my record) would I still be obligated to tell the US immigrations agent that I have been arrested in the past?
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    Nov 9, 2010, 06:23 AM

    If asked, you must disclose all arrests, charges and convictions.

    Absolute discharge, expungement or even a pardon does not change the fact of the arrest, charge and conviction. Have evidence of the final disposition with you. Good luck.
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    Nov 11, 2010, 06:45 AM
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    Any idea if having an absolute discharge would prevent me from being able to cross the border?
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    Jan 27, 2012, 03:10 PM
    Is it true that the CPIC can clear someone's records of theft under 5000 after one year? How does one go about doing this? I have also been arrested for theft under 5000, and received diversion.
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