Potter County Charges: Kayla Jo Lynch Faces Multiple Counts
COUDERSPORT, Pa. — A criminal case is underway in Potter County Court, with Kayla Jo Lynch, 37, of Montoursville, facing multiple charges. The case, docket number MJ-55301-CR-0000008-2026, was filed on January 23, 2026, in the Magisterial District Court 55-3-01.
According to court records, Lynch is charged with various offenses, including possession of drug paraphernalia (35 § 780-113 §§ A32), marijuana possession for personal use (35 § 780-113 §§ A31), and intent to possess controlled substances by persons not registered (35 § 780-113 §§ A16). Additional charges include possession of unstamped cigarettes (35 § 8273 §§ A), driving on the right side of the roadway (35 § 3301 §§ A), and careless driving (35 § 3714 §§ A).
The incident allegedly occurred on August 15, 2025, in Summit Township, Potter County. The arresting agency was the Coudersport Pennsylvania State Police, with Officer Ethan M. Dunham listed as the arresting officer.
Lynch’s case is currently active, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for February 19, 2026, at 11:00 am before Judge Bryan D. Phelps. The defendant has been advised of her right to apply for assignment of counsel and has been fingerprinted.
The Potter County District Attorney’s Office is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this case. As the case progresses, the court will determine the outcome of the charges against Lynch.
It is essential to note that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The prosecuting authority, in this case, the Potter County District Attorney’s Office, will present evidence to support the charges against Lynch.
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