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Collateral Consequences

By Aaron

One of the things you should consider when you are dealing with a DUI case is the collateral consequence of a plea. Many times DUI lawyers will discuss the licensing, insurance and financial matters. However, it is important that you also consider the travel consequences. Recently the PI explored the issues surrounding traveling to Canada: In Washington state, driving under the influence is a gross misdemeanor. It’s a felony in the Great White North. Under its laws, Canada can bar visitors if they’ve been involved in criminal activity. And it does…There are three ways to get admitted into Canada once you’ve been convicted of a DUI. But you have to be prepared for lots of hassles, paperwork, fees and months of waiting for the Canadian bureaucracy to process your application.continue to full post

Full post as published by Washington State Criminal Defense on September 28, 2009 (boomark / email).