Wellsboro Man Charged with DUI, Careless Driving
WELLSBORO, Pa. — Christopher Jay Irwin, 23, of Wellsboro, is facing multiple charges, including driving under the influence (DUI) and careless driving, following an incident on May 20, 2026, in Middlebury Township, Tioga County.
According to court records, Irwin was arrested by Trooper Reuben M. Donovan of the Mansfield Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and charged with two counts of DUI, specifically 75 Pa.C.S. § 3802(a)(1) and 75 Pa.C.S. § 3802(c), which pertain to driving under the influence with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.16% or greater. Additionally, Irwin was charged with driving on roadways laned for traffic – single, notice of change of name or address – driver’s license, notice of change of name or address, and careless driving – general rule, under 75 Pa.C.S. § 3309(1), 75 Pa.C.S. § 1515(a), 75 Pa.C.S. § 1312, and 75 Pa.C.S. § 3714(a), respectively.
The case, docket number MJ-04302-CR-0000065-2026, is currently active and awaiting a preliminary hearing, scheduled to be heard by Magisterial District Judge Robert L. Repard. Irwin’s address is listed as Wellsboro, PA 16901, and he has been advised of his right to apply for assignment of counsel. However, it is noted that Irwin has not requested a public defender, and an application for appointment of a public defender has not been provided.
The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office, represented by the District Attorney, is handling the prosecution of the case. The defendant has been fingerprinted as part of the arrest process.
It is essential to note that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office will continue to prosecute the case, and the court will determine the outcome based on the evidence presented.
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