How does a person apply for a pardon?
A person must obtain a Pardon Application Guide from the NPB offices (listed below) or from the RCMP offices, provincial and municipal police offices and courts of justice. The Guide will outline how to obtain required documents such as the criminal record, local police records check and other pertinent information. An applicant does not need a lawyer or representative to apply for a pardon. For assistance, an applicant may call the Pardons Section toll-free number: 1-800-874-2652 or contact one of our offices.