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shaj_100 · May 12, 2015, 11:59 AM

Hi all,

I am Canadian citizen. And I had theft under charge withdrawn through diversion. My criminal lawyer told me that certified court document is enough for me to cross border if they stop and ask me. But there are other post said have police clearance ready too. I am confused.
Would someone advise what exact documents I need to cross border?

Thanks
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AK lawyer · May 12, 2015, 12:04 PM

Why not call them and ask? http://www.cbp.gov/contact

shaj_100 · May 12, 2015, 12:05 PM

Who should I contact - CBP or homeland security? Thanks

Originally Posted by AK lawyer

Why not call them and ask?

shaj_100 · May 12, 2015, 12:14 PM

Oh, just realized that you did give me the CBP url. I actually emailed them a month ago, but they did not answer me. I would prefer they email me, so I can print it out, instead of only a phone conversation.

Originally Posted by shaj_100

Who should I contact - CBP or homeland security? Thanks

AK lawyer · May 12, 2015, 03:55 PM

Call them and ask them to send you an e-mail, confirming what you are told.

tickle · May 12, 2015, 04:17 PM

You didn't mention if you have a valid Canadian passport which is necessary to cross into US. Don't wait for an e mail in answer to your question because they won't send you one. You WILL get the proper information from them but it doesn't mean US border has to allow you entry. Unfortunately, you have to get to that point to find out. It is just the way it is.

Certified court document trumps police clearance by the way.

shaj_100 · May 13, 2015, 07:20 AM

Thanks for the response. I do have valid Canadian passport. You mean I only will get proper information when they stop me at the border? Maybe I should just consult with an immigration lawyer?

Originally Posted by tickle

You didn't mention if you have a valid Canadian passport which is necessary to cross into US. Don't wait for an e mail in answer to your question because they won't send you one. You WILL get the proper information from them but it doesn't mean US border has to allow you entry. Unfortunately, you have to get to that point to find out. It is just the way it is.

Certified court document trumps police clearance by the way.

tickle · May 13, 2015, 07:26 AM

If it is important that you get across without hassle, yes, you should consult an immigration lawyer. We do not have one here.

shaj_100 · May 13, 2015, 07:30 AM

Guess that's the only option I have now.

Originally Posted by tickle

If it is important that you get across without hassle, yes, you should consult an immigration lawyer. We do not have one here.