September 7, 2026

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Multiple DUI and License Charges Filed Against Westfield Man in Tioga County

WESTFIELD, Tioga County, Pa. – A Tioga County Magisterial District Court docket shows that William Thomas White, 46, of Westfield, Pennsylvania, was arrested on September 5, 2026 and faces a series of felony driving offenses.

According to the criminal docket (MJ-04301-CR-0000083-2026), the Westfield Borough Police Department arrested White on September 5, 2026. The arresting officer was Kyle L. Mack. White was charged with five separate offenses, each stemming from the same incident on the same date.

The charges listed on the docket are:

  • 18 Pa.C.S. § 3802(a)(1) – Third‑offense DUI for general impairment or increase of driving safely (Grade F3).
  • 18 Pa.C.S. § 3802(c) – Third‑offense DUI for a blood‑alcohol concentration of .16% or higher (Grade F3).
  • 18 Pa.C.S. § 1543(b)(1)(II) – Second‑offense driving with a blood‑alcohol concentration of .02% or greater (Grade F3).
  • 18 Pa.C.S. § 3808(a)(1) – Operating a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device (Grade M).
  • 18 Pa.C.S. § 1501(a) – Driving without a valid driver’s license (Grade S).

White’s bail was set as an unsecured bond of $25,000.00 on September 6, 2026, with no additional conditions noted.

The case is currently active. The docket indicates that a preliminary arraignment is scheduled for September 6, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. before Magisterial District Judge Kari A. McCleaf. A preliminary hearing is slated for September 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. before Magisterial District Judge James R. Edgcomb, who also issued the initial fingerprint order on September 6, 2026.

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

White was advised of his right to apply for an assignment of counsel and indicated a request for a public defender; however, the docket does not show a completed appointment.

At this stage, the case remains pending, with the defendant 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.

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