Smethport Man Faces Drug, Speed and License Charges; Hearing Pending

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SMETHPORT, Pa. – A McKean County Magisterial District Court has filed a criminal docket against 25‑year‑old Javin Wyatt Brown of Smethport, Pennsylvania. The case, docket number MJ‑48302‑CR‑0000174‑2026, is currently active and awaiting a preliminary hearing as of September 29, 2026.

Brown was arrested by the Lewis Run Police Service (Lewis Run PSP) under the authority of Arresting Officer Hunter J. Freer. The docket does not list a specific arrest date, but the incident that led to the arrest occurred on May 24, 2026. Brown was fingerprinted at the time of booking.

The complaint, filed on September 29, 2026 (Complaint No. C5AABTK641, Incident No. PA 2026‑670202, OTN E 1019573‑2), alleges a series of offenses spanning drug possession, drug paraphernalia, and multiple traffic violations. The charges, each with the corresponding Pennsylvania statutes, are as follows:

• 18 Pa.C.S. § 780‑113(a)(16) – Possession of a controlled substance by a person not regulated (Misdemeanor).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 780‑113(a)(32) – Use or possession of drug paraphernalia (Misdemeanor).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 3362(a)(3‑13) – Violation of maximum speed limits (Summary offense).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 3111(a) – Failure to obey a traffic control device (Summary offense).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 4703(a) – Operating a vehicle without a valid inspection (Summary offense).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 4581(a)(2)(ii)(B) – Failure to secure vehicle doors (Summary offense).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 1511(a) – Carrying and exhibiting a driver’s license on demand (Summary offense).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 1311(b) – Failure to carry vehicle registration (Summary offense).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 1786(f) – Operating a vehicle without required financial responsibility (Summary offense).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 6308(a) – Failure to comply with police investigation duties (Summary offense).
• 18 Pa.C.S. § 4305(a) – Failure to operate vehicular hazard signal lamps (Summary offense).

All offenses are dated May 24, 2026. The docket does not list any bail amount, fines, costs, or restitution at this stage, and no defense counsel has been entered on record.

Magisterial District Judge William K. Todd is the presiding magistrate for this case. The Commonwealth is represented by the McKean County District Attorney’s Office, located at the McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749 (phone 814‑887‑3312).

The case remains active, with the next procedural step being a preliminary hearing that has not yet been scheduled. Brown was advised of his right to apply for an assignment of counsel, but he has not requested a public defender, and no application for appointment has been filed.

As the legal process continues, Brown is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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.