Multiple DUI and Vehicle Violations Charged in Elkland, Tioga County
ELKLAND, Pa. – Tioga County Magisterial District Court Judge James R. Edgcomb has scheduled a preliminary hearing for Colton Michael Wright, a 25‑year‑old resident of Elkland, on October 29, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. Wright faces a series of motor vehicle offenses stemming from an incident that occurred on August 1, 2026.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania filed the criminal complaint on September 9, 2026 (Complaint No. F5B3BSM91J; Incident No. PA 2026‑977428). The arrest was made by the Mansfield Police Service, with Officer Reuben M. Donovan listed as the arresting officer. Although an arrest date is not specified in the docket, the filing indicates the incident took place on August 1, 2026.
Wright is charged with seven offenses, each cited under the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes:
- 18 Pa.C.S. § 3802(a)(1) – Driving under the influence (DUI) / unsafe driving (M)
- 18 Pa.C.S. § 3802(a)(2) – DUI with blood alcohol concentration .08%‑10% (M)
- 18 Pa.C.S. § 4303(b) – General lighting requirements – no rear lights (S)
- 18 Pa.C.S. § 4303(a) – General lighting requirements – no headlights (S)
- 18 Pa.C.S. § 4703(a) – Operating a vehicle without a valid inspection – general rule (S)
- 18 Pa.C.S. § 4701 – Duty to comply with inspection laws (S)
- 18 Pa.C.S. § 3714(a) – Careless driving – general rule (S)
All offenses are dated August 1, 2026. The docket lists the case as active and awaiting the preliminary hearing. No bail amount or conditions have been entered, and no disposition has been recorded at this time.
Wright was fingerprinted at the time of processing. He was advised of his right to apply for an assignment of counsel, but he did not request a public defender, and no attorney has been entered on the record.
The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office, located at the Tioga County Courthouse, 118 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901, is representing the Commonwealth. The office can be reached at (570) 724‑1350 for further information.
A preliminary hearing is set for October 29, 2026 before Magisterial District Judge James R. Edgcomb. At that hearing, the court will determine whether sufficient evidence exists to bind Wright over to the Court of Common Pleas for trial.
As required by Pennsylvania law, Wright is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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