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{{Short description|Pre-trial intervention program in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania}} |
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'''Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition''' ('''ARD''') is a [[pretrial intervention program]] in the [[Pennsylvania|Commonwealth of Pennsylvania]], United States for non-violent [[Criminal|offender]]s with no prior or limited record. |
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The primary purpose of the program is the [[rehabilitation]] of the offender and secondarily the prompt disposition of charges, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming trials or other court proceedings. The aim of the program is to intervene at an early state, so that steps can be taken to prevent future incidents of a similar nature. |
The primary purpose of the program is the [[rehabilitation (penology)|rehabilitation]] of the offender and secondarily the prompt disposition of charges, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming trials or other court proceedings. Accordingly, Defendants are generally required to waive certain constitutional rights in exchange for consideration of their case for ARD. <ref name="ARD in Pennsylvania">{{Cite web| title = ARD in Pennsylvania| work = Cornerstone Law Firm, LLC| accessdate = 2018-01-31| url = https://cornerstonelaw.us/ard-pennsylvania-accelerated-rehabilitative-disposition/}}</ref> The aim of the program is to intervene at an early state, so that steps can be taken to prevent future incidents of a similar nature.<ref name="intr_Acce">{{Cite web| title = Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition| work = In Trouble With The Law| accessdate = 2014-12-13| url = http://introublewiththelaw.com/accelerated-rehabilitative-disposition-ard/}}</ref><ref name="phil_Phil">{{Cite web| title = Phila.Gov Office of the District Attorney : R. Seth Williams| work = Phila| accessdate = 2014-12-13| url = http://www.phila.gov/districtattorney/faq_accelerated.html}}</ref> |
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Candidates admitted into the program are closely screened by the [[district attorney]]’s office. To be accepted into an ARD program the defendant has to agree to certain conditions such as making restitution or completing substance abuse treatment. While in an ARD program, defendants are placed under |
Candidates admitted into the program are closely screened by the [[district attorney]]’s office. To be accepted into an ARD program, the defendant has to agree to certain conditions such as making restitution or completing substance abuse treatment. <ref name="ARD in Pennsylvania">{{Cite web| title = ARD in Pennsylvania| work = Cornerstone Law Firm, LLC| accessdate = 2018-01-31| url = https://cornerstonelaw.us/ard-pennsylvania-accelerated-rehabilitative-disposition/}}</ref> While in an ARD program, defendants are placed under supervision, similar to [[probation]]. They may also be ordered to do [[community service]]. |
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The defendant doesn't have to admit to any wrongdoing when applying for ARD, but must plead guilty to any summary offenses, usually violations of the [[traffic code|motor vehicle code]]. The court may impose costs and assessments, but not a fine. Roughly 90% of the people in the ARD program have been arrested for [[driving under the influence]] of [[alcohol (drug)|alcohol]] or a [[controlled substance]]. |
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The maximum period of supervision for someone on ARD is two years. After successfully completing the program, the ARD offender may petition the court to have the charges dismissed and the case [[expunged]]. |
The maximum period of supervision for someone on ARD is two years. After successfully completing the program, the ARD offender may petition the court to have the charges dismissed and the case [[expunged]]. Offenders who do not comply with the conditions of the program may be removed from the program and the case will be placed back on the trial list.<ref name="paco_Penn">{{Cite web| title = Pennsylvania Code| work = PA Code| accessdate = 2014-12-13| url = http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/234/chapter3/chap3toc.html}}</ref> |
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== See also == |
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* [[Pretrial Intervention Program]] ([[New Jersey]]) |
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== Notes == |
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* The Pennsylvania Code [http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/234/chapter3/chap3toc.html Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD)] |
* The Pennsylvania Code [http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/234/chapter3/chap3toc.html Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD)] |
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* County of Chester, Pennsylvania. Adult Probation and Parole Department [http://dsf.chesco.org/adprob/cwp/view.asp?A=3&Q=612181 A.R.D. Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition Program] |
* County of Chester, Pennsylvania. Adult Probation and Parole Department [https://web.archive.org/web/20110718202143/http://dsf.chesco.org/adprob/cwp/view.asp?A=3&Q=612181 A.R.D. Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition Program] |
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* J. Timothy George: [http://www.timgeorge.us/files/accelerated_rehabilitative_disposition.pdf Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition] |
* J. Timothy George: [https://web.archive.org/web/20120316115928/http://www.timgeorge.us/files/accelerated_rehabilitative_disposition.pdf Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition] |
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== References == |
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Accelerated Rehabilitation Disposition (Ard)}} |
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[[Category:Pennsylvania law]] |
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Latest revision as of 20:55, 25 May 2023
Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) is a pretrial intervention program in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, United States for non-violent offenders with no prior or limited record.
The primary purpose of the program is the rehabilitation of the offender and secondarily the prompt disposition of charges, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming trials or other court proceedings. Accordingly, Defendants are generally required to waive certain constitutional rights in exchange for consideration of their case for ARD. [1] The aim of the program is to intervene at an early state, so that steps can be taken to prevent future incidents of a similar nature.[2][3]
Candidates admitted into the program are closely screened by the district attorney’s office. To be accepted into an ARD program, the defendant has to agree to certain conditions such as making restitution or completing substance abuse treatment. [1] While in an ARD program, defendants are placed under supervision, similar to probation. They may also be ordered to do community service.
The defendant doesn't have to admit to any wrongdoing when applying for ARD, but must plead guilty to any summary offenses, usually violations of the motor vehicle code. The court may impose costs and assessments, but not a fine. Roughly 90% of the people in the ARD program have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance.
The maximum period of supervision for someone on ARD is two years. After successfully completing the program, the ARD offender may petition the court to have the charges dismissed and the case expunged. Offenders who do not comply with the conditions of the program may be removed from the program and the case will be placed back on the trial list.[4]
See also
[edit]Notes
[edit]- The Pennsylvania Code Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD)
- County of Chester, Pennsylvania. Adult Probation and Parole Department A.R.D. Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition Program
- J. Timothy George: Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition
References
[edit]- ^ a b "ARD in Pennsylvania". Cornerstone Law Firm, LLC. Retrieved 2018-01-31.
- ^ "Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition". In Trouble With The Law. Retrieved 2014-12-13.
- ^ "Phila.Gov Office of the District Attorney : R. Seth Williams". Phila. Retrieved 2014-12-13.
- ^ "Pennsylvania Code". PA Code. Retrieved 2014-12-13.