Tioga County Man Charged with Marijuana, Paraphernalia
WELLSBORO, Pa. — Ryan A. Smith, 36, of Elkland, Pa., is facing charges in Tioga County after an incident on January 3, 2026. According to court records, Smith has been charged with Marijuana-Small Amount Personal Use, in violation of 35 P.S. § 780-113(a)(31), and Use/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, in violation of 35 P.S. § 780-113(a)(32). Additionally, Smith has been charged with General Lighting Requirements – No Rear Lights, in violation of 75 Pa.C.S. § 4303(b).
Smith was arrested by Trooper Reuben M. Donovan of the Mansfield Pennsylvania State Police. The case is currently scheduled for a preliminary hearing on January 29, 2026, at 9:00 am before Magisterial District Judge James R. Edgcomb.
Smith’s address is listed as Elkland, PA 16920. The defendant has been advised of his right to apply for assignment of counsel, but has not requested a public defender. Smith has been fingerprinted as part of the booking process.
The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office is representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in this matter. The case is currently active and awaiting the preliminary hearing.
It is important to note that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office will be prosecuting this case.
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