Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (“ARD”) in Chester County, PA
Overview
For most people charged with a first-offense DUI, this is their first contact with the Criminal Justice System. For these people, the Commonwealth offers a second chance that focuses on rehabilitation. ARD is a pre-trial diversion program that allows you to complete certain conditions and have your charges dismissed.
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ARD Lawyers in Chester County, PA
ARD Penalties
– Costs and fines
– A reduced license suspension (often 30 or 60 days)
– Alcohol Highway Safety School
– Drug and Alcohol Counselling
– Community Service
Why you need an attorney even if you are ARD eligible?
Having an attorney is the best way to ensure that you get the best outcome any time you are facing the Commonwealth. There are specific timelines that must be met during the application process to minimize your commitments and time requirements.
Additionally, if you have a Commercial Driver’s License or may someday want one, having an attorney is critical to protecting that right. An experienced defense attorney can make the process less confusing and easier in the long run.
ARD/Drug Court
In Chester County, in certain circumstances, a first offense with certain controlled substances in your blood can complicate your ARD matter. ARD/Drug Court gives you the same benefits of the ARD program but with a much more involved process of reporting to the court and testing.
Many people enter this program with a poor understanding of what is required and suffer additional penalties because of this understanding. Hyde Tebay Legal has been working with the drug court program for years and we can help you understand what additional commitments you have to comply with.
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