August 21, 2026

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DUI, Unsafe Driving and Careless Driving Charges Filed Against Galeton Resident

GALETON, Pa. – Tioga County Magisterial District Court has filed multiple motor vehicle offenses against Brandi J. Culbertson, a 48‑year‑old resident of Galeton, following a traffic incident on June 18, 2026. The case, docket number MJ-04302-CR-0000086-2026, remains active and is awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled for October 13, 2026.

Case background

The criminal complaint was filed on August 20, 2026, after Culbertson was arrested by the Mansfield Police Service. The arresting officer was Tyler L. Skelly. The complaint, identified as F5C2BRK91K, references incident number PA 2026-793016. While the docket does not specify the exact location of the traffic stop, the incident is tied to Tioga County.

Charges

  • § 3802(c) – Driving under the influence with a blood‑alcohol concentration of .16% or greater (Charge #175).
  • § 3802(a)(1) – Driving under the influence/unsafe driving (Charge #275).
  • § 3309(1)(s) – Driving on roadways laned for traffic – single offense (Charge #375).
  • § 3714(a) – Careless driving – general rule (Charge #475).

All offenses are dated June 18, 2026.

Procedural history

Magisterial District Judge Robert L. Repard issued the initial summons, first‑class summons, certified summons, and a fingerprint order on August 21, 2026. The docket indicates that Culbertson has not been fingerprinted, has not requested a public defender, and has not applied for assignment of counsel.

Upcoming hearing

The case is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on October 13, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in the Tioga County Magisterial District Court (Room not specified). Judge Repard will preside over the hearing. No bail amount or conditions have been listed in the docket.

Legal representation

The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office, located at the Tioga County Courthouse, 118 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901, is prosecuting the case. The office can be reached at (570) 724‑1350.

Current status

As of the latest entry on August 20, 2026, the case status is “Active – Awaiting Preliminary Hearing.” No disposition, fines, costs, or restitution have been entered.

Under Pennsylvania law, Culbertson is presumed innocent until proven guilty at trial. The Commonwealth will continue to pursue the charges pending the outcome of the preliminary hearing.

This article was generated based on publicly available court docket information. While we strive for accuracy, the content may contain errors or omissions. This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. For official court records and legal guidance, please consult the appropriate court or legal professional.

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