Kane Man Charged with DUI, Multiple Traffic Offenses
KANE, Pa. — Justin Robert Kukla, 51, of Kane, is facing multiple charges, including driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, after an incident on June 28, 2026. According to court records, Kukla was arrested by Trooper Kyle J. Morton of the Lewis Run Pennsylvania State Police and charged with various offenses, including 75 Pa.C.S. § 3802 §§ C, D1i, D1iii, and D3, which pertain to driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance.
In addition to the DUI charges, Kukla is also facing charges related to general lighting requirements, unlawful activities, and careless driving, including 75 Pa.C.S. § 4303 §§ B, 75 Pa.C.S. § 4107 §§ B2, and 75 Pa.C.S. § 3714 §§ A. The incident occurred in Kane Borough, McKean County, and Kukla’s case is currently active and awaiting a preliminary hearing, scheduled for August 12, 2026, at 2:00 pm before Magisterial District Judge David Richard Engman.
Kukla’s address is listed as Kane, PA 16735, and he has been advised of his right to apply for assignment of counsel. However, it is not indicated in the court records whether he has requested a public defender or been fingerprinted. The McKean County District Attorney’s Office is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this case.
The docket number for this case is MJ-48304-CR-0000112-2026, and it is currently being heard in the Magisterial District Court 48-3-04. As the case progresses, it is essential to note that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and the prosecuting authority will continue to pursue the case in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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