Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

Re: filing an application to become a notary

The real question is: how is the question worded. In Pa., A.R.D. is NOT a conviction. However, as you can probably guess, if they ask if you have ever been ARRESTED, you will need to answer in the affirmative; because you have.

Re: filing an application to become a notary

Unlike some other states alternative disposition programs, ARD involves no conviction. If the question regards convictions only you can honestly state No convictions.

Re: filing an application to become a notary

If it is not within the five year period preceding the application it doesn't matter anyway. If it was within the five year period the question is whether it was for an offense incompatible with the duties of a Notary Public since the issue isn't whether it's a conviction but instead whether you pled guilty or nolo contendere to the charges.