Criminal record ? Past Charges or Convictions?

A past mistake doesn’t always stay in the past when it comes to U.S. entry. Find out how your record may impact you — and what steps you can take to move forward.

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This assessment is for you if:

  You have a criminal record (theft, assault, sexual offences, drug-related offences, etc.)

  You have any history involving drugs (possession, charges, past disclosures)

  You have been questioned, flagged, or denied entry to the U.S.

  You are unsure whether your past could affect U.S. travel or admissibility

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Don't let a past record catch you off guard at the border. Get clarity on your situation and possible options before you travel. Answer a few quick questions and we'll take it from there.

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Welcome to Exeo! Before booking your assessment, please take a moment to review and accept the following terms and conditions.

Assessment Booking: By booking an assessment, you agree to meet with an immigration lawyer or senior immigration professional from Exeo at your selected date and time. You will receive a confirmation email including a link for the virtual meeting with us for your online assessment.

Assessment Duration: Each assessment is designed to provide focused, risk-based guidance within a structured timeframe. The assessment typically lasts between 15 and 20 minutes and will not exceed 30 minutes.

Cancellation and Rescheduling: If you need to cancel or reschedule your assessment, please inform us at least 24 hours in advance. This allows us to offer the time slot to other clients.

Payment: Full payment is required to secure your assessment. Payments are made via our secure online platform at the time of booking.

Client Cooperation Guidelines: To ensure the assessment is as effective and accurate as possible, you agree to provide complete and truthful information regarding your intended travel to %destination_en%, immigration history, and any past criminal, border, or admissibility issues. Relevant documents should be shared in advance where applicable.

Services and Fees: We charge a fixed Assessment Fee of $%amount% %currency% for a single assessment of up to 30 minutes. This service is limited to a preliminary admissibility and risk assessment and does not include application preparation or legal representation.

Confidentiality: All information shared during the assessment is confidential. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us.

Limitation of Liability: While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date legal information, decisions and actions taken following the assessment remain solely your responsibility. Exeo shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from reliance on this assessment.

Amendments: Exeo reserves the right to update these terms and conditions at any time. Continued use of our assessment services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Privacy Protection: We collect certain personal information to provide a service tailored to your needs. By booking your assessment, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

General Provisions: This agreement is governed by the laws of the Province of Quebec, Canada and constitutes the entire agreement between you and Exeo regarding this assessment. You acknowledge that this service does not guarantee entry to %destination_en% or the outcome of any immigration process and is limited to providing assessment-based guidance as described herein.

By booking an assessment, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.

Thank you for choosing Exeo. We look forward to helping you better understand your admissibility to %destination_en% with the options available to you.

What you can expect

Confidential & Judgment-free

We know these situations can feel uncomfortable. Your assessment is handled with complete discretion, professionalism, and respect.

Fast Clarity

Tell us what happened. Our team reviews your situation and reaches out with the right next steps — no pressure, no obligation.

Risk-first legal guidance

We focus on preventing unnecessary refusals and border incidents by evaluating risk before you travel or apply.

Handled by real Immigration Professionals

Exeo is an immigration-only law firm (Canada, U.S., Mexico, Europe). Established over 10 years ago, our team includes senior lawyers with more than 20+ years of immigration experience.

About Exeo Attorneys

Exeo is a law firm exclusively dedicated to immigration law, based in Montreal and established ten years ago. Our team includes senior immigration lawyers with more than twenty years of experience. We assist individuals and families with immigration and cross-border mobility matters involving Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Europe, bringing a risk-focused, strategic approach to complex files, including Canadian inadmissibility. The firm was recognized in Best Lawyers 2026 for its immigration law practice.

Our Team of Lawyers

You'll have a reliable team supporting you, with professionals who truly care and dedicate themselves to you and your project. Introducing our team of immigration lawyers in Montreal.

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Francis Tourigny

Co-Founder/Partner

Marc-André Séguin

Co-Founder/Partner

Laurence C. Trempe

Partner

Florence Beaulieu-Lavoie

Business Development Director | Lawyer LL.B.

Marc-André Carrière

Lawyer LL.B. LL.M.

Stephen P. Pazan

Lawyer J.D.

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