Permanent Residents Facing Deportation

Summary

Permanent residents in New Brunswick convicted of serious crimes may face deportation after serving their sentence. Deportation proceedings usually start post-sentence, with the right to appeal within 30 days. Exceptions may exist, but generally, serving the sentence is required before deportation. Consult an immigration attorney for specific guidance.

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Do they have to serve their sentence first
In New Brunswick, if a permanent resident is convicted of a serious crime, they generally have to serve their sentence before deportation proceedings begin. However, they may be detained by the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) during this time.
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Can they get deported before serving their sentence
In New Brunswick, it's generally required for a permanent resident to serve their sentence before deportation proceedings can begin. However, there might be exceptions where the person could be deported before completing their sentence.
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Can they choose deportation over prison time
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In New Brunswick, permanent residents typically cannot choose deportation over serving their prison sentence for a serious crime. They generally must serve their sentence first before deportation proceedings can begin. However, specific cases may vary.
Would you like more information on the exceptions to this rule or the deportation process?