An Albrightsville man pleaded guilty on Thursday in Carbon County court in three pending criminal cases.

Lawrence Elmer Purcell Jr., 32, entered pleas before Judge Steven R. Serfass to one count each of possession of a controlled substance-Vyvanse, receiving stolen property, and driving under the influence of a controlled substance.Purcell was arrested on the drug count by Lansford police on Sept. 4, 2014, in the area of 1 W. Ridge St. He was charged with the receiving count for an incident on Sept. 7, 2013, in Penn Forest Township. State police at Fern Ridge charged him in connection with the theft of a power boat in the area of 43 Berryman Lane.The DUI count stems from an Aug. 28, 2014, incident at Bridge and Ninth streets in Lehighton, filed by state police at Lehighton. A blood test showed the presence of methamphetamine.Serfass deferred sentencing until Purcell could obtain an initial drug and alcohol evaluation, and if it is determined that he needs a comprehensive evaluation, that must also be completed before sentencing. Sentencing is scheduled for 9 a.m. March 17.