Potter County Charges: Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia
COUDERSPORT, Pa. — Francheska Marie Otero, 26, of Erie, Pa., is facing charges in Potter County after an incident on February 2, 2026. According to court records, Otero has been charged with Use/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, graded as a misdemeanor, and Marijuana-Small Amount for Personal Use, also a misdemeanor, under 35 § 780-113 §§ A32 and 35 § 780-113 §§ A31, respectively.
The charges were filed by the Coudersport Pennsylvania State Police, with Officer Ethan M. Dunham listed as the arresting officer. The case is currently active and awaiting a preliminary hearing, with Magisterial District Judge Christopher Dominic Kalacinski assigned to the case.
Otero’s address is listed as 16506 in Erie, Pa. The defendant has not been fingerprinted, and it is noted that she has not requested a public defender or applied for assignment of counsel. The Potter County District Attorney’s Office is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this matter.
The docket number for this case is MJ-55403-CR-0000012-2026, and it was filed on February 4, 2026. The case status is currently listed as active, with a disposition date not yet specified.
It is important to note that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Potter County District Attorney’s Office will be prosecuting this case.
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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