Court News
Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: January 9 – January 16, 2018. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Douglas Daugherty, Modesto, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Shawn “Larry” Secrets, Girard, seeking $700 in alleged unpaid rent, plus possession of residential premises located in the 700 block of West Third Street in Girard.
William E. Stilwell, Carlinville, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Ashley N. Vollintine, Carlinville, seeking $1,300 in alleged unpaid rent, plus possession of residential premises located in the 1100 block of North Broad Street in Carlinville.
Hickory Point Bank and Trust has filed a complaint in replevin against Aidan A. Heisman, Mount Olive, seeking possession of a 2014 Yamaha ATV to which the plaintiff claims to be entitled to possess. The complaint claims that Heisman borrowed $9,692.72 at an interest rate of seven percent in February 2015 for the purchase of the vehicle but defaulted on the loan as of August 2017. The suit further alleges the defendant has refused to surrender the ATV or has ignored communications from the lender. The suit seeks possession of the vehicle, plus attorney fees and court costs, or in the alternative a judgment for the $6,393.11 the plaintiff claims is owed on the loan, along with interest, attorney fees and court costs.
Diane Atkins has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Charles McCaleb and Tiffani Pitchford, Bunker Hill, seeking an unspecified amount in alleged unpaid rent, along with attorney fees, court costs and possession of residential premises located in the 400 block of East Grant Street in Bunker Hill.
Gerald and Shirley Heyen have filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Amy Heyen, Shipman, seeking possession of a residence in the 9600 block of Shipman Road.
Discover Bank is suing Whitney Dal Pozzo, Staunton, for $15,462.71, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
SMALL CLAIMS
LVNV Funding, LLC, is suing Janet Garrison, Girard, for $1,126.12, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Credit One Bank credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Dawn R. Nance, Benld, for $1,154.22, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted WFNNB/Comenity Bank Maurices credit card account opened Sept. 1, 2010.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC, is suing Kyle Griffith, Girard, for $911.07, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Amazon credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Carla Hammann, Carlinville, for $1,256.03, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Kyle Griffith, Girard, for $2,121, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Keith B. Toles, Staunton, for $1.235.20, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Citibank is suing Karie Krankel, Brighton, for $9,245.85, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Allen J. Wheeler, Chesterfield, for $1,731.46, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Citibank is suing Margie Wilson, Bunker Hill, for $2,540.79, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Bank of America is suing Jerry Lewis, Mount Olive, for $6,955.03, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Craig W. Mason, Virden, for 997.17, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Comenity Bank/Meijer credit card account opened July 13, 2015.
Capital One Bank is suing Alexia M. Whitlock, Mount Olive, for $2,116.22, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Jeffery C. Alexander, Virden, for $2,967.84, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Colten Denby, Palmyra, for $1,266.67, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Walmart credit card account.
Midland Funding, LLC is suing Kristina Reedy, Brighton, for 1,032.14, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Credit One Bank credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Christopher R. Collins, Virden, for $3,183.11, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Lowe’s credit card account opened May 13, 2008.
Citibank is suing Edward J. Knes, Mount Olive, for $2,548.99, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
LVNV Funking, LLC, is suing Theresa Kelly, Gillespie, for $1,389.71, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Credit One Bank credit card account opened June 3, 2014.
One Main Financial Issuance Trust is suing Tiffany M. Howland, Staunton, for $7,729.86, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted $8,703.77 loan executed May 5, 2014, at an interest rate of 35 percent.
Midland Funding, LLC, is suing Phillip Cressy, Bunker Hill, for $3,173.95, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/J.C. Penney credit card account opened June 1, 2008.
Midland Funding, LLC, is suing Randy Lamare, Carlinville, for $868.60, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Citibank/Zales credit card account opened Sept. 17, 2009.
Merrick Bank Corp., South Jordan, Utah, is suing Brett M. Behl, Piasa, for $1,196.17, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC, is suing Lisa Jarrett, Gillespie, for $980.38, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on a Synchrony Bank/Amazon credit card account opening Aug. 12, 2012.
J.H. Portfolio Debt Equities, LLC, is suing Christopher Collins, Virden, for $6,266.64, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Citibank credit card account opened June 28, 2014.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC, is suing Kaila Claro, Gillespie, for $2,286.17, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Care credit card account opened April 16, 2014.
Heights Finance, Peoria, is suing Ryan Beasley, Girard, for $1,438.36, plus court costs, along with pre-judgment interest of 32.5 percent and post-judgment interest of nine percent until the judgment is paid. The plaintiff claims the judgment sought is owed on a $1,255.51 loan executed April 21, 2017, at an interest rate of 34.35 percent.
LVNV Funding, LLC, is suing Jessica Brown, Palmyra, for $1,742.05, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted MetaBank credit card account opened on Jan. 16, 2011.
LVNV Funding, LLC, is suing Michael Smith, Mount Olive, for $891.49, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Credit One Bank credit card account opening Feb. 12, 2013.
Heights Finance Corp., Alton, is suing Heidi M. Stupperich and Andrew W. Gardland, Bunker Hill, for $4,250.84, plus court costs and interest, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted $3,465.43 loan executed March 4, 2017, at an interest rate of 24.4 percent for the purchase of flooring from Illinois Valley Hardwoods.
FELONIES
Nathan A. Jones, 35, Springfield, is charged with aggravated battery in connection with a Jan. 3 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly caused bodily harm by punching a female victim in the face, breaking her jaw.
Randy L. Cairns, 32, Carlinville, is charged with aggravated battery in connection with a Jan. 4 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly struck a disabled male victim in the head with his fist.
Mark A. Richardson, 18, Benld, is charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse in connection with an incident on or about Jan. 3-4 in Benld during which he allegedly performed an act of aggravated criminal sexual abuse to a female between the ages of 13 and 17, and who was at least five years younger than the defendant.
Raymond E. Jones, 50, Carlinville, is charged with failing to register as a sex offender for allegedly failing to complete weekly registration with the Carlinville Police Department as of Dec. 30, 2017.
MISDEMEANORS
Jakob D. Stanley, 18, Benld, is charged with criminal sexual abuse in connection with an incident on or about Jan. 3-4 in Benld during which he allegedly performed an act of aggravated criminal sexual abuse to a female between the ages of 13 and 17 who was less than five years younger than the defendant.
Caesae S. Green, 27, Menomonie, Wis., is charged with obstruction of identification in connection with a Jan. 5 incident during which he allegedly provided a false name to an Illinois State Police trooper who had lawfully detained him.
Felicia L. McDowell, 26, Staunton, is charged with criminal trespass to a motor vehicle in connection with a Jan. 6 incident in Staunton during which she allegedly entered a 2013 Chevrolet four-door sedan without authority.
Nicole M. Anderson, 36, Staunton, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Jan. 7 incident in Staunton during which she allegedly caused bodily harm by pushing her daughter against a wall and pinning her there.
Roni G. Richardson, 19, Carlinville, is charged with battery in connection with a Dec. 28, 2017, incident in Carlinville during which Richardson allegedly made physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature by pushing a female victim in the chest.
Jacob D. Springer, 33, Bunker Hill, is charged with domestic battery in connection with an Dec. 10, 2017, incident during which he allegedly made physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature by grabbing his girlfriend and shoving her.
Angela M. Barton, 20, Carlinville, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a Dec. 23, 2017, incident in the 400 block of West First North Street in Carlinville.
Justin Yunker, 23, Palmyra, is charged with assault in connection with a Jan. 11 incident in Palmyra during which he allegedly raised his hand to strike a female victim, placing the victim in reasonable apprehension of receiving a battery.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Paul Alan Hayes, Shipman, vs. Casandra Marie Hayes, Plainview.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Steven R. Daugherty and Stacy R. Bock, both of Virden.
- Kenneth S. Smith and Keirston D. Nettleton, both of Carlinville.
- Christopher R. Oatsvall and Amanda L. Ralston, both of Modesto.
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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
