Bradford Man Charged with Felony Criminal Trespass
BRADFORD, Pa. — Christopher James Colts, 37, of Bradford, is facing felony charges after allegedly entering a structure without permission. According to court documents, the incident occurred on May 31, 2026, in Bradford, McKean County.
The docket number for this case is MJ-48101-CR-0000151-2026, and it is currently being heard in the Magisterial District Court 48-1-01. Judge Richard W. Luther Jr. has been assigned to the case, which is currently active and awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled for June 4, 2026, at 8:30 am.
Colts has been charged with one count of felony criminal trespass, specifically 18 Pa.C.S. § 3503 §§ A1I, which is a third-degree felony. The complaint was filed on June 1, 2026, by the Bradford City Police Department, with Officer Patrick A. Caskey listed as the arresting officer.
Colts is currently being held at the McKean County Prison, unable to post bail, which has been set at $5,000. The defendant has been advised of his right to apply for assignment of counsel but has not requested a public defender at this time.
The McKean County District Attorney’s Office is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this case. The preliminary arraignment was held on June 1, 2026, at 3:20 am, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for June 4, 2026.
It is essential to note that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The McKean County District Attorney’s Office will be prosecuting this case, and the court proceedings will determine the outcome.
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