Court News
Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: November 21-27, 2017. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Central Illinois Realty Co. has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against April McCoy, Virden, seeking $1,321 in alleged unpaid rent and fees, plus $606 in attorney fees and court costs, and possession of residential premises located in the 900 block of West Jones Street in Virden.
Central Illinois Realty Co. has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Terry and Mindy Grigsby, Virden, seeking $1,507 in alleged unpaid rent and fees, plus $736 for attorney fees and court costs, and possession of residential premises located in the 100 block of North Ring Street in Virden.
SMALL CLAIMS
Saint Francis Hospital, Litchfield, is suing Erin Bussman, Gillespie, for $3,023.77, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed for hospital services.
FELONIES
Michael W. Wallace, 40, Staunton, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Nov. 19 incident during which he allegedly caused bodily harm by smacking his girlfriend in her face causing bleeding. The charge was elevated to a felony due to a previous domestic battery conviction on Wallace’s record from Oct. 28, 2014, in Macoupin County.
In separate criminal complaints, Brian S. Crays, 40, Virden, and Amy R. Bolletto, 40, Divernon, are charged with criminal trespass to a residence in connection with a Nov. 21 incident during which they allegedly entered a residence without authority in the 300 block of West Dean Street in Virden and remained in the residence after knowing or having reason to know that one or more persons were at home.
Neshaun T. Perkins, 37, Robbins, Okla., is charged with possession of contraband cigarettes and unlawful transportation of contraband cigarettes. Perkins allegedly was found to be in possession of more than 250 but less than 1,000 packages of cigarettes while not being a licensed distributor or transporter of cigarettes during a traffic stop initiated by an Illinois State Police trooper about 9 p.m., Nov. 20, in the northbound lanes of Interstate 55 near mile marker 47.5. Count II of the criminal information charges that Perkins transported packages containing more than 2,000 individual cigarettes which lacked Illinois Cigarette Tax stamps with the intent to evade provisions of the state’s cigarette tax while having no permit from the Illinois Department of Revenue to transport cigarettes without tax stamps and without being licensed as a distributor, secondary distributor or transporter of cigarettes. In addition to the felony charges, Perkins was issued traffic citations for allegedly having a passenger in his vehicle who was not wearing a seatbelt and for illegal transportation of alcohol by a passenger.
Jeremy Spears, 41, Staunton, is charged with aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with an Oct. 27 incident during which he allegedly operated a motor vehicle on Illinois Route 4 in Staunton while under the influence of alcohol. The charge was elevated to a felony due to previous convictions for the same or similar offenses on Spears’ record from 2002, 2011 and 2012 in Madison County, 2003 in Macoupin County, and 2005 in North Carolina.
MISDEMEANORS
Joseph W. Greear, 45, Benld, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Nov. 18 incident during which he allegedly made physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature by striking his girlfriend in her head with his hand.
Kyle Kessler, 31, Wilsonville, is charged with criminal damage to property in connection with a Nov. 20 incident during which he allegedly threw a brick through the window of a rental home in the 100 block of Marcia Street, Wilsonville, causing less than $500 in damage.
Mauldine G. Allen, 51, St. Louis, Mo., is charged with criminal trespass to real property in connection with a Nov. 18 incident during which she allegedly entered upon city-owned property in the 200 block of East Main Street in Staunton after being notified by Mayor Craig Niehaus that such entry was forbidden.
Justin Jean Fyffe, 19, Mount Olive, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a Nov. 18 incident at about 3:45 a.m. on County Road 16 just west of East County Line Road. Additionally, Fyffe faces traffic charges for alleged illegal transportation of alcohol by a driver and for allegedly not driving on the right side of the road.
In separate cases, Caitlin D. Page, 24, Sawyerville, and Samuel M. Roach, Jr., 33, Gillespie, are charged with theft in connection with a Nov. 16 incident in Gillespie. Page is accused of exerting unauthorized control over shoes and clothing belonging to a Gillespie victim and valued at less than $500 with the intent of permanently depriving the owner of the use of the property. Roach is accused of exerting unauthorized control over a green backpack belonging to the same victim with intent of permanently depriving the owner of the use of the property.
TRAFFIC
Daryl L. Sandfort, 50, DesPlaines, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 25 incident. In addition, Sandfort faces a traffic charge for alleged unlawful parking on a roadway.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Paul Joseph Spensberger, Wilsonville, vs. Cynthia Lou Provost, Staunton.
- Tracy Allen, Carlinville, vs. Christopher Allen, Carlinville.
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MISDEMEANORS
Joshua A. Damm, 41 of Carlinville, is charged with battery/making physical contact in connection with a November 14 incident.
Blake R. Laskach, 25 of Staunton, is charged with obstructing identification in connection with a November 20 incident.
TRAFFIC
Kyle E. Devries, 36 of Staunton, is charged with driving on a revoked license, transporting/carrying alcohol/driver, and disregarding a stop sign in connection with a November 5 incident.
Haider K. Omran, 57 of Saint Louis, MO, is charged with speeding 26-34 MPH over the limit in connection with a November 15 incident.
Michael F. Reeder, 73 of Carlinville, is charged with leaving the scene and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 18 incident.
Keith S. Statler, 61 of Hillsboro, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with a November 16 incident.
William T. Overturf, 39 of Benld, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with a November 19 incident.
Gary A. Parker, 47 of Gillespie, is charged with reckless driving in connection with a November 14 incident.
Kelly M. Lyons, 37 of Benld, is charged with reckless driving in connection with a November 14 incident.
Kyle E. Dotson, 59 of Springfield, is charged with driving on a revoked license and transporting/carrying alcohol/driving in connection with a November 16 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Joseph S. A. Evans versus Abby L. Evans
- George D. March versus Taylor R. Brown
- Elijah N. Powell versus Tori Lynn Loyd
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Caleb Brendan Owens and Kaitlyn Noelle Hargis, both of Mount Olive
- Justin Michael Hart and Sydney Annadale Gray, both of Carlinville
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Community News
Macoupin County Clerk, Recorder & Elections Office temporarily relocating due to courthouse renovations
The Macoupin County Clerk, Recorder, and Elections Office will temporarily relocate across the street to the Macoupin County Voting Center, located at 227 E. First South in Carlinville, beginning Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
The move is necessary to accommodate HVAC system renovations in the Macoupin County Courthouse. The temporary relocation is expected to last until mid-January 2026.
During this time, all regular services — including vital records, recordings, elections, and general clerk functions — will continue to be available at the Voting Center. Office hours and contact information will remain the same.
However, due to limited space during the renovation, public searching and certain in-person services may be restricted. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the many online services offered through the Clerk’s website, including:
- Searching and ordering vital records
- Accessing property and land records
- Viewing election information and forms
- Checking registration and voter status
“We appreciate everyone’s patience as we make these necessary improvements to the Courthouse,” said Macoupin County Clerk Pete Duncan. “Our goal is to continue serving the public efficiently and safely, whether in person or online.”
Residents can visit www.macoupincountyclerk.com, call 217-854-3214, text 217-439-4499, or email elections@macoupincountyil.gov or recorder@macoupincountyil.gov for updates, online resources, and additional information.
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FELONIES
Christy M. Thornhill, 54 of Gillespie, is charged with theft/unauthorized control (>500<10k) in connection with a December 14, 2024, incident.
Eugene Arnold, 62 of Royal Lakes, is charged with aggravated battery/use of a deadly weapon in connection with a November 11 incident.
Andrew N. Gregory, 36 of Gillespie, is charged with obstructing justice/destroying evidence, driving under the influence of alcohol, and disregarding a stop sign in connection with a November 13 incident.
Jared E. Gibbs, 38 of Palmyra, is charged with aggravated DUI, driving under the influence of alcohol, transporting/carrying alcohol/driver, and stopping/standing/parking/business in connection with a July 8 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Thor S. Barnes, 45 of Benld, is charged with criminal trespass to land in connection with an October 31 incident.
Juan F. Molina Fuentes, 43 of Glen Carbon, is charged with assault in connection with a November 12 incident.
Frederic J. Skinner. 22 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal trespass to a building in connection with a November 11 incident.
Harold A. Wood, 79 of Staunton, is charged with criminal trespass to land with a November 11 incident.
William L. Hartman, 44 of Benld, is charged with theft/unauthorized control (<$500) in connection with an October 4 incident.
William D. Friesland, 20 of Mount Olive, is charged with unlawful possession of blackjack/knife in connection with an October 27 incident.
Jakota M. Emery of Gillespie is charged with resisting/peace officer/firefighter/corrections employee in connection with an October 22 incident.
Crystal J. Webb, 50 of Staunton, is charged with animal owner duties violation in connection with an October 21 incident.
James J. Hamilton, 18 of Brighton, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an October 30 incident.
Joshua T. Reese, 19 of Jerseyville, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an October 30 incident.
Kyle T. Yate, 19 of Wood River, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an October 30 incident.
TRAFFIC
Frederick Devone Jones, 28 of Columbia, SC, is charged with driving on a suspended license and driving 15-20 mph above the limit in connection with a November 8 incident.
Eileen M. Chavez, 19 of Mount Prospect, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a November 9 incident.
Carla R. Franklin, 54 of Florissant, MO, is charged with driving on a suspended license, headlight violation, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 1 incident.
Cheri L. Bagwell, 48 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a suspended license, improper use of registration/title, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and no valid registration in connection with an October 26 incident.
Jessica M. McCoy, 27 of Eagarville, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with an October 30 incident.
Jenna M. Forrest, 43 of Alton, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a November 11 incident.
Michael T. Chrystal, 26 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with an October 31 incident.
Shane C. Chance, 29 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with a November 1 incident.
Tameka S. Turner, 35 of Waverly, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with an October 29 incident.
Christian A. Darush, 25 of Hettick, is charged with expired registration in connection with a November 12 incident.
Cade W. Thoron, 19 of Carlinville, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a November 12 incident.
Wayne E. Mitchell, 46 of Brighton, is charged with driving on a revoked license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and expired registration in connection with a November 1 incident.
Tabitha M. Pratt, 39 of Benld, is charged with driving on a suspended license, expired registration, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 9 incident.
Carter R. Hood, 19 of Springfield, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a November 12 incident.
Timothy C. Hokenson, 39 of Mount Olive, is charged with reckless driving and failure to reduce speed in connection with a November 11 incident.
Angela M. Sparling, 60 of Litchfield, is charged with driving on a suspended license, expired registration, disregarding an official traffic control device, and no notice of address/name change in connection with an October 30 incident.
William K. Kampmann III, 37 of Cottage Hills, is charged with driving on a suspended license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and operating a motor vehicle in connection with a November 4 incident.
Christopher L. Vesper, 50 of Staunton, is charged with driving on a suspended license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with an October 28 incident.
Christopher L. Paul, 62 of Bunker Hill, is charged with improper use of registration/title and operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration in connection with a November 10 incident.
Payge L. Masters, 20 of Mechanicsburg, is charged with driving on a suspended license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 3 incident.
Matthew L. Hauter, 46 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with an October 28 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Ryan P. Williams versus Naomi N. Williams
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Joseph Edward Hinch and Brittany Allen, both of Wilsonville
- Steven Caleb Hunter Wise and Christina Ann Seals, both of Carlinville
- Andrew Michael Bounds and Tamara Ann Cunningham, both of Virden
- Steve Jameson and Troi Gibbs-Petrie, both of Girard
