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Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: January 30 – February 6, 2018. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Tammy L. Weffenstette, Virden, has filed a complaint in replevin against John C. Weffenstette, Farmersville, seeking a court order compelling the defendant to return a full-blooded chihuahua named “Ladybug Lynn Weffenstette” that the plaintiff claims the defendant is unlawfully holding from her. The suit sets the cash value of the dog at $325. The plaintiff claims she left the dog with the defendant to watch overnight, as she had done previously, while she was hospitalized due to a medical emergency. Court records indicate the Weffenstettes divorced in 2011.
James K. Gwinn, Carlinville, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Dave and Julie Jenkins, Carlinville, seeking possession of residential premises located in the 700 block of North Chiles Street in Carlinville.
Staunton MHP, LLC, doing business as Raylynn Court, a mobile home park, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Diana Fields, Staunton, seeking $190 in alleged unpaid rent, plus court costs and possession of residential premises located at No. 9 Raylynn Court, Staunton.
SMALL CLAIMS
Progressive Northern Insurance is suing Scott McAllister, Witt, for $9,737.81, plus court costs. The suit alleges McAllister was the negligent party in a Sept. 27, 2016, traffic accident that resulted in damages and injuries to John Niehaus, a Progressive Northern policy holder. The suit alleges McAllister was driving on Illinois Route 108 at Atwater Road when the vehicle he was driving entered into Niehaus’ lane of traffic, resulting in the collision. The plaintiff claims it paid a $9,737.81 claim to Niehaus, which it now seeks to recover from McAllister.
Capital One Bank is suing Barbara L. Pugh-Bone, Mount Olive, for $1,552.86, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Erica Kline, Gillespie, for $1,224.92, plus court cost, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Shannon L. Hoyt, Girard, for $8,362.88, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Robert Heyen, Gillespie, for $4,929.01, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/BP credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Krystal Myers, Mount Olive, for $2,231.15, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Walmart credit card account.
Credit Acceptance Corp is suing Katherine L. Steward, Carlinville, for $5,762.37, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted auto loan executed in February 2016 for $9,342.52 at an interest rate of 23.99 percent for the purchase of a Jeep Liberty utility vehicle from Freedom Chevrolet, Virden.
Crown Asset Management is suing Jennifer Konneker, Standard City, for $2,741.70, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Citibank/Sears credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Robert B. Vonnahmen, Brighton, for $2,353.60, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Renita G. Norris, Chesterfield, for $2,667.85, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates is suing Jana Wofford, Carlinville, for $2,495.87, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Walmart credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Louanne Miller, Virden, for $4,894.27, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing David Whitt, Bunker Hill, for $1,273.48, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Capital One Bank/Walmart credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Mary R. Bray, Carlinville, for $3,483.60, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.,
Interstate Billing Services, Inc. is suing BB & K, Inc., doing business as BB & K Repair, Girard, for $4,153.93, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed for services rendered to the defendant.
Midland Funding, LLC, is suing J.D. Adams, Gillespie, for $1,186.81, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Walmart credit card account.
Discover Bank is suing Angel C. Ferrel, Sr., Staunton, for $4,723.25, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Midland Funding, LLC, is suing Karrie Markezich, Mount Olive, for $818.37, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Comenity Bank/Maurices credit card account.
LVNV Funding is suing Kathy Pryor, Gillespie, for $2,013.69, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Credit One Bank credit card account.
J.H. Portfolio Debt Equities, LLC, is suing Alan W. Thyer, Carlinville, for $3,171.77, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Citibank credit card account.
First MidAmerica Credit Union is suing Michael Shaw and Brandy Boerckel, Mount Olive, for $9,566.457, plus court costs and interest at a rate of 13.92 percent from Nov. 13, 2017, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Visa credit card account.
FELONIES
William R. Werner, Jr., 21, Staunton, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a Jan. 25 incident.
David W. Hampton, 52, Carlinville, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a Nov. 4, 2017, incident in Carlinville.
Laura K. Arnett, 33, Medora, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a Dec. 4, 2017, incident.
Christopher A. Schofield, 42, Medora, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a Dec. 4, 2017, incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Jeremy A. Spears, 41, Bethalto, is charged with domestic battery resulting in bodily harm in connection with a Jan. 25 incident.
Carter J. Davidson, 48, Gillespie, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Jan. 30 incident in Gillespie during which he allegedly made physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature by grabbing his wife and throwing her out of the couple’s residence.
Jeffery R. Hahn, 45, Decatur, is charged with violating an order of protection in connection with a Jan. 28 incident in Gillespie during which he allegedly made a phone call to a female subject to a court order of protection from him issues on Dec. 22, 2017.
Kelly L. Connor, 45, Gillespie, is charged with criminal damage to property in connection with a Jan. 22 incident during which he allegedly broke decorative figurines to pieces at a Gillespie residence.
Tara M. Hancock, 25, Mount Olive, is charged with obstructing identification in connection with a Jan. 22 incident during which she allegedly provided a false name to a Carlinville police officer who had lawfully detained her.
Matthew A. Mayfield, 35, Livingston, is charged with illegal dumping from a vehicle in connection with a Dec. 6, 2017, incident during which he allegedly dumped tires and litter at a location on Windy Hill Road.
Jack L. Crissey, 61, Virden, is charged with three counts of violating an order of protection in connection with incidents on Jan. 6 and Jan. 27 during which he allegedly entered onto property in the 100 block of East Stoddard Street in Virden in violation of a court order of protection issued Dec. 5, 2017, and a Jan. 30 incident during which he sent a text message to a female subject to the same protection order.
TRAFFIC
Dana Bailey, 55, St. Louis, Mo., is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Jan. 27 incident at about 10:55 p.m. on Illinois Route 16 in Shipman. Bailey also faces traffic charges for allegedly failing to reduce the speed of his vehicle to avoid an accident, operating an uninsured motor vehicle and improper lane usage.
Harold E. Valerio, 67, Gillespie, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a traffic accident involving property damage at about 8:24 p.m., Jan. 27, on Tower Road at Illinois Route 16.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Cindy J. Fry, Godfrey, vs. Emily M. Fry, Brighton.
- Caelen Austin, Virden, vs. Michele Austin, Virden.
- Brenda K. Green, Carlinville, vs. Douglas H. Green, Palmyra.
- Keith Frederick Hellman, Sawyerville, vs. Lisa Marie Hellman, Litchfield.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Travis L. Creasy and Tasha L. Kirk, both of Virden.
- Matthew R. Scheldt and Ramona M. Harmon, both of Litchfield.
- Brandon Mathew Knott and Tabitha Lee Beard, both of Bunker Hill.
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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
