Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Vehicle Violations Charged in Bradford Township
BRADFORD TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A McKean County Magisterial District Court docket shows that Charles William Showers II, 42, of Clearfield, is facing multiple criminal charges stemming from an incident on October 3, 2026.
According to the docket (MJ-48101-CR-0000308-2026), the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania filed a complaint on October 21, 2026 after Showers was arrested by the Lewis Run Police Service. Arresting Officer Matthew R. Luketich recorded the following offenses:
- § 780‑113‑A31I – Marijuana – small amount for personal use.
- § 780‑113‑A32 – Use or possession of drug paraphernalia.
- § 8273‑A – Possession of unmarked cigarettes.
- § 4703‑A – Operating a vehicle without a valid inspection.
- § 1301‑A – Operating a vehicle with a Pennsylvania registration that will expire in less than 60 days.
All offenses are listed with the same incident date of October 3, 2026. The case is assigned to Magisterial District Judge Richard W. Luther Jr., who issued the initial order on October 17, 2026. The docket indicates the case remains active and is awaiting a preliminary hearing.
A preliminary arraignment has been scheduled for November 5, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. in courtroom MDJ‑48‑1‑01. No bail amount or conditions have been entered at this time, and the defendant has not requested a public defender.
The McKean County District Attorney’s Office, located at the McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, is representing the Commonwealth. As the case proceeds, Showers is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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