The Criminal Records Act (French: Loi sur le casier judiciaire) is a piece of Canadian legislation intended to provide for the relief of persons who have been convicted of offences and have subsequently rehabilitated themselves.
[2] Without a record suspension, Canadians can face problems securing employment, housing and volunteer positions.
[3] The Act gives the Parole Board of Canada the exclusive jurisdiction and absolute discretion to grant, refuse or revoke a record suspension.
To determine this, the Parole Board members may look at the nature and gravity of the offences, the circumstances and the criminal history of the applicant.
[15] The Parole Board may release decisions, but they must not disclose identifying details without the individual's consent.