Buckhannon man charged with third offense of driving while license revoked for DUI

Michael Courtney, 41, of Buckhannon, was arrested and charged with his third offense of driving while his license was revoked for a DUI.

Monica Zalaznik
May 13, 2025

An Upshur County man was arrested after he was pulled over and allegedly admitted he knew his license was revoked due to a previous charge of driving under the influence.Michael Courtney, 41, of Buckhannon, was arrested for a third offense […]

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