Hi,
I'm planning to go on a 6-month to 1-year trip through the WHV program.
The only problem I'm facing is that I must declare whether I have ever been convicted and sentenced for a drug offence in any country, in violation of laws concerning narcotics, marijuana, opium, stimulants, or psychotropic substances.
I have a criminal record from 2020 because I had an accident (only vehicles were damaged) while under the influence of THC (I had smoked at a party). I've been clean since then, but I'm worried that this might be disqualifying when it comes to getting my WHV approved.
It seems like that case no longer appears on my criminal record, so I don't know whether I should just try applying and say that I've never had anything to do with drugs — but that might risk being banned for life if they find out, right?
Well, if anyone has had similar experiences or knows someone who knows someone… I would really appreciate any advice.
Thanks for reading.
by Agitated-Ad6423