Tioga County DUI, Disorderly Conduct Charges Filed
WELLSBORO, Pa. — Joseph Brian Yost, 47, of Birdsboro, PA, is facing multiple charges in Tioga County, including DUI and disorderly conduct, according to court records. The charges stem from an incident on May 2, 2026, in Richmond Township, Tioga County.
The docket number for this case is MJ-04303-CR-0000059-2026, and it is currently active in the Magisterial District Court 04-3-03. Yost was arrested on May 3, 2026, by Mansfield PSP, specifically Officer Luke J. Handwerger. The complaint was filed on the same day, and Yost is being held at the Tioga County Prison, unable to post bail.
The charges against Yost include: Driving Under the Influence: General Impairment/Incability of Driving Safely – 1st Offense (75 Pa.C.S. § 3802(a)(1)), Disorderly Conduct: Engage in Fighting (18 Pa.C.S. § 5503(a)(1)), Disorderly Conduct: Unreasonable Noise (18 Pa.C.S. § 5503(a)(2)), two counts of Harassment: Subject Other to Physical Contact (18 Pa.C.S. § 2709(a)(1)), and Resist Arrest/Other Law Enforcement (18 Pa.C.S. § 5104).
Yost’s preliminary arraignment was scheduled for May 3, 2026, at 9:15 am, and his preliminary hearing is set for May 13, 2026, at 11:45 am, both in front of Magisterial District Judge Tiffany Cummings. The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this case.
It is important to note that Yost is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The prosecuting authority, in this case, the Tioga County District Attorney’s Office, will be responsible for presenting the evidence against Yost in court.
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.
