Originally Posted by
MrEcks
Thanks for the replies. I have no intention of lying. It sounds like getting the TRP paper work and filling it out as much as possible is the most logical option.
I don't know how much time/interest they have in listening to my particulars. I wasn't driving (being intoxicated after dark around car keys is enough). The arresting officer admitted at trial to having lied about certain 'facts'. At my mandatory 'substance abuse' evaluation the counselor said "clearly you don't have a drinking problem." The judge at sentencing said "I have a feeling I won't be seeing you again.", etc., etc. This was a one time wrong place/wrong time situation (the arresting officer was driving around looking for a burglar alarm and we surprised each other - once the process started it couldn't be stopped.)
Hopefully some more folks will chime in. If the border agent is allowed any discretion in the matter, I will present my case and take my chances. If the only people in my position who gain entry (and I know they exist) are those that lie and get lucky then it's not worth trying.
Hello there I am relieved to come across this thread! I to would like to hear some real stories, the majority of what I have come across is from Lawyers that want your money and tell horror stories to get it!
I am a prior flight attendant with 2 separate airlines, and never had the issue come up. unfortunetely i have 2 DUI'S however one is from over 17 years ago and the last one i was convicted 8 years ago. everything is complete and paid, and probation was over 2 years ago!
I have an interview with an airline in a week and a half with a flight attendant referral and recommendation letter. I disclosed the DUI in the application online, passed through phone and video interview and got invited to fly and do a final interview with a possible hire the day of. The restrictions to be followed are in regards to entry and exit through Canada. My flight attendant friend and I have been desperately searching for answering and ways to get correct info as not to flag myself for investigating. I want to have all the steps covered and all things I need to do to prepare just in case I get asked or it becomes a make of break if chosen to be an employee!! I do NOT want to pay $200 if I dont have too... HELP!!