Multiple DUI, License & Registration Charges Filed in Coudersport
Coudersport, Pa. — Dillon Rai French, a 36‑year‑old resident of Coudersport, has been charged with a series of motor vehicle offenses stemming from an incident on September 6, 2026.
According to the criminal docket (MJ-55301-CR-0000083-2026) filed by the Potter County District Attorney’s Office, French faces four counts of driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance under 18 Pa.C.S. § 3802 (grades D1i, D1ii, D1iii, and D2). He is also charged with driving while operating a vehicle with a suspended or revoked license under 18 Pa.C.S. § 1543, careless driving under 18 Pa.C.S. § 3714, and operating an unregistered vehicle under 18 Pa.C.S. § 1301.
The arrest was made by the Coudersport Police Department, with Officer Micah J. Smith listed as the arresting officer. French was fingerprinted on October 20, 2026, and a series of summons—including a first‑class and a certified summons—were issued the same day.
Magisterial District Judge Bryan D. Phelps is assigned to the case. The docket indicates the case is active and awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled for November 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Magisterary District Court (55‑3‑01). No disposition, bail amount, or sentencing information has been entered at this time.
French is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will be represented by the Potter County District Attorney’s Office, located at 1 North Main Street, Gunzburger Building, Suite 215, Coudersport, PA 16915.
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