Unfortunately, this is one of the "myths" of ARD is that it makes everything disappear. ARD does provide a means by which you can avoid a criminal conviction, but, beyond that it is not the gift that many think it may be and the District Attorneys' offices advertise it to be.
Make no mistake, ARD is the lesser of two evils. Not a gift.
For example, not only does the charge remain on your PennDOT driving record for 10 years, but during that 10 year period, ARD counts as a prior conviction for the purpose of enhancing a subsequent DUI charge.
This is one of the many reasons why anyone considering admission into the ARD without an attorney or with the wrong attorney, should consider all alternatives to ARD before making a decision regarding a particular DUI case strategy.
The Associates, Senior Attorneys and Staff of my firm represent individuals charged with DUI throughout Pennsylvania. In every case, including those eligible for the ARD Program, we always perform a full and fair evaluation of your case.
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