Court News
Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: February 28 – March 5, 2018. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUIT
CACH, LLC, is suing Scott Shelton, Mount Olive, for $10,044.21, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted WebBank Avant, Inc., credit account.
SMALL CLAIMS
Brenda Harms of Carlinville, is suing Bobbie J. Doyle, Carlinville, for $7,060 that the plaintiff claims she is owed as restitution for damage and storage costs resulting from a March 3, 2017, accident at the plaintiff’s residence during which a vehicle driven by Doyle allegedly collided with a vehicle owed by Harms.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC, is suing Travis Basnett, Shipman, for $2,136.02, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Walmart credit card account.
Synchrony Bank is suing Kacy Schlitz, Mount Olive, for $672.51, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Amazon.com Store Card credit card account.
Synchrony Bank is suing Quentin Drew, Girard, for $897.32, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Lowe’s Consumer Card credit card account.
Scott and Julianne Lafuria, Mount Olive, is suing Eric and Rae Shields, New Holland, for $4,519.63, plus court costs, claiming the defendants misrepresented a camper the Lafurias purchased from them, claiming the camper to be without damage, when the camper actually was unusable due to safety and damage issues.
Carlinville Area Hospital is suing Chelsey Marie Cox, Palmyra, for $2,125.45, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed for medical services.
Consumer Collection Management is suing Brandon Paul Bellm, Virden, for $2,311, plus court costs. The judgment sought includes $2,112.60 allegedly owed to Carlinville Area Hospital for hospital services and $198.40 allegedly owed to Litchfield Family Practice.
LVNV Funding is suing Michelle LaRose, Staunton, for $4,273.17, plus court costs, that he plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Capital One Bank credit card account.
Carlinville Area Hospital is suing Tina Marie Brown, Carlinville, for $8,891.15, plus court costs, allegedly owed for medical services.
Heights Finance Corp., Hillsboro, is suing Joshua Eigler, Staunton, for $1,092.09, plus interest and court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted personal loan executed April 13, 2017, for $1,255.51 at an interest rate of 34.35 percent.
FELONIES
Steven E. Lucykow, 40, East Gillespie, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with a Feb. 18 incident during which he allegedly possessed an unspecified quantity of a substance containing heroin.
Austin N. Harrison, 20, Gillespie, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with a Feb. 20 incident in Gillespie during which he allegedly possessed less than 15 grams of a substance containing cocaine.
Velma Morgan, 36, Gillespie, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with a Feb. 18 incident in Gillespie during which she allegedly possessed less than 15 grams of a substance containing cocaine.
Eric S. Cunningham, 34, Gillespie, has been sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty to a charge of aggravated battery. Cunningham originally was charged with aggravated battery and resisting a peace officer in connection with a Feb. 8 incident in Gillespie during which he allegedly struck a male victim over the age of 60 in the face with his hand and blocking a door when a Gillespie police officer attempted to open it. As part of the plea arrangement, the resisting charge was dismissed.
Matthew W. Stoops, 26, Woodburn, is charged with stalking or causing a person distress, along with criminal trespass to property, in connection with a Feb. 23 incident during which the defendant allegedly entered upon or remained upon property in the 1100 block of East Macoupin Street in Staunton after being told by the owner to depart. The charges were elevated to a felony due to previous convictions for the same offense, including a Sept. 17, 2017, incident during which Stoops allegedly entered the victim’s car without authority. In addition to the felony charges, Stoops faces a misdemeanor charge for criminal trespass stemming from a Feb. 21 incident during which he alleged entered upon the same property in Staunton after having received notice from the owner to depart.
Natasha D. Kogel, 35, Rockbridge, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and obstructing identification in connection with a Feb. 27 incident in Brighton during which she allegedly possessed less than five grams of a substance containing methamphetamine and provided a false name to a Brighton police officer who had lawfully detained her.
Todd M. Heck, 44, Gillespie, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with a Sept. 8, 2017, in Gillespie during which he allegedly possessed less than 15 grams of a substance containing alprazolam.
Reese A. Marshall, 20, Gillespie, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with a Dec. 31, 2017, incident in Gillespie during which the defendant allegedly possessed less than 15 grams of a substance containing alprazolam.
Zachary W. Loveless, 19, Carlinville is charged with theft in connection with a March 2 incident during which he allegedly stole $600.05 in cash from the Dollar General Store in Virden.
MISDEMEANORS
Jeffrey A. Hahn, 46, Decatur, is charged with violating an order of protection in connection with a Jan. 26 incident during which he allegedly made a phone call and left a voice message for a Gillespie female subject to a Dec. 20, 2017, court order of protection against him.
Paisley A. Ward, 24, Carlinville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Feb. 28 incident in Carlinville during which she allegedly caused bodily harm by grabbing her boyfriend and raking his chest with her fingernails, causing large scratch marks.
Jason L. Morgan, 29, Carlinville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a March 3 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly caused bodily harm by striking his sister in the face with his fist. Morgan also is accused of refusing to surrender himself to police, requiring police to taser him in order to taken him into custody.
TRAFFIC
Lonnie D. Montgomery, 35, Dupo, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a March 1 incident at about 7:15 p.m. on Main Street at Church Street in Mount Olive.
Michael W. Burgers, 49, Staunton, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a March 3 incident at about 1:37 a.m. in the northbound lanes of Interstate 55 near mile marker 40. In addition, Burgers faces traffic charges for alleged improper lane usage and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Carl R. Albracht, Jr., Virden, vs. April Lovelace, Carlinville.
- John A. Knowles, Jr., Gillespie, vs. Emily S. Knowles, Benld.
- Eriel Adams, Gillespie, vs. Jo Adams, Gillespie.
- Cindy Krieder, Benld, vs. Christopher Krieder, Gillespie.
- Lindsay Renee Westhoff, Gillespie, vs. Charles Harvey Westhoff.
- Joshua R. Booker, Virden, vs. Adriene Grieger, Virden.
- Daphne Lynn Allen, Gillespie, vs. Tyler Justin Allen, Granite City.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Benjamin L. Pruitt and Nichole M. Mitchell, both of Gillespie.
- Nicholas A. Thiebaud and Kierstan R. Allege, both of Virden.
- Bobby L. Walker of Sorento and Sabrina D. Page of Litchfield.
- Paul Edward Conless and Shelby Lynn Beeler, both of Gillespie.
- Ronald G. Presnell and Rachel A. Rowland, both of Gillespie.
- Megan Ann Roth and Ryan Neil Loyet, both of 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
