Entry clearance with criminal conviction

[niw2]

Hi there,

I am a New Zealander who will be applying for HSMP and EC next year. In July 2003, in New Zealand, I was convicted of drinking and driving causing injury. The sentence was community work, a fine, and disqualification from driving for 12 months. This is my only conviction.

By the time I apply for EC, it will be more than 5 years since I was sentenced but less than 5 years since I paid my fine, completed my community work, and finished my disqualification period. I now wonder whether my conviction will be considered "spent" five years after the sentencing date, or five years after I paid my fine, completed my community work, and finished my disqualification.

My question is: Will my conviction be considered "spent" if I apply for EC more than five years after the sentencing date, or will I have to wait until 5 years have passed since the date I paid my fine, completed my community work, and finished my disqualification period?

I anxiously await any and all responses. Thanks in advance.

[VictoriaS]

The spent time is taken from the date of conviction, not the date the community service was completed.

Also, take a look at the info here http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/docume ... iew=Binary on clear periods, which may help.


Victoria