Court News
Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: May 31 – June 5, 2018. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Megan Leitschuh has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Haley and Craig Bartholowmew, Staunton, seeking two months of unpaid rent and plumbing repairs for a combined amount of $2,600.00, plus possession of residential premises located in the 100 block of South Easton Street, Staunton.
Doran Hampson, Staunton, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Elizabeth Wicklund, Staunton, seeking possession of a residential property located in the 500 block of West Mill Street, Staunton.
Alma Cook, Benld, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Terry Stoops, Benld, seeking unpaid rent of $1,100, plus court costs, and possession of a residential property located in the 600 block of North 4th Street, Benld.
SMALL CLAIMS
Midland Funding LLC is suing Brandy Augustine, Staunton, for $2,920.34, plus court costs, the plaintiff alleges is owed on a defaulted Synchrony Bank/Amazon credit card.
Midland Funding LLC is suing Brandy Augustine, Staunton, for $1,083.85, plus court costs, the plaintiff alleges is owed on a defaulted Synchrony Bank/Walmart credit card.
Ferdinand Girardi, Benld, is suing Lori Conlee, Wilsonville, for $5,000 the plaintiff claims is owed for damage the defendant allegedly caused to his Geo Tracker vehicle.
Mike McDonnald, Girard, is suing Ron Smith, Thayer, for $3,723.02 comprised of $245 to replace broken windows, $1,542.02 for roofing supplies, $1,093.00 for roofing shingles, $47 for sheriff fees, $136 in court costs, and $660 for two days of missed of work to file and attend court.
Synchrony Bank is suing Brett Behl, Shipman, for $2,252.21, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed on a defaulted PayPal Smart Connect credit account.
The Village of Palmyra is suing Dylan Curtis, Jacksonville, for $1,900.00, the cost of sending Curtis to the police academy, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed for breach of a March 2016 contract after Curtis and the Village signed a contract that Curtis would complete two years of work at the Village of Palmyra Police Department upon graduating from the Police Academy, but allegedly failed to do so.
FELONIES
Tabitha Harbaugh, 28, Carlinville, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a March 8 incident in Carlinville.
Cory Stoops, 27, Bunker Hill, is charged with aggravated battery, criminal damage to government supported property, and disorderly conduct in connection with a June 1 incident in Bunker Hill when he pushed a sheriff’s deputy, damaged the rear door and rear window of the deputy’s squad car, and kicked the door and put a hole in the wall of a residence in Bunker Hill.
Curtis Faust, 19, St. Charles, MO, is charged with unlawful possession of ammunition by a felon and unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with a February 17 incident in Staunton.
Alphonso Anderson Jr., 21, Carlinville, is charged with theft in connection with a May 24 incident in Carlinville when he stole less than $500 of cash from another male. The charge was elevated to a felony due to having a prior conviction for burglary in 2018.
Matthew Konneker, 36, Carlinville, is charged with criminal damage to state-supported property in connection with a May 29 incident in Carlinville when he caused less than $500 in damage to a culvert in Bird Township.
MISDEMEANORS
Kathryn Lott, 37, Carlinville, is charged with violation of an order in connection with a May 24 incident in Carlinville when she went within 500 feet of a protected party.
Dylan Bennett, 18, Atwater, is charged with retail theft in connection with a May 17 incident in Carlinville when he stole a bottle of Dust-Off from WalMart.
Rebecca Loker, 38, Alton, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with a May 24 incident at the Macoupin County Courthouse in Carlinville after disturbing the peace by yelling obscene language and mimicked firing a gun at an attorney.
Dennis Brown, 52, Carlinville, is charged with theft in connection with a May 29 incident in Carlinville when he stole $440 from a female.
Kari Katuramu, 35, White City, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a May 30 incident when she struck her mother in the face with her fist.
Mathew Konneker, 36, Carlinville, is charged with four counts of deceptive practice in connection with writing four checks to Mt. Olive Enterprises, doing business as Mt. Olive Clark, between September 16, 2016, and September 18, 2016, totaling $145.73 knowing the checks would not be paid by the depository.
Jessica Bishop, 38, Carlinville, is charged with two counts of deceptive practice in connection with writing two checks to Joseph F. Boente & Sons, Carlinville on February 19 and March 20, 2018, totaling $265.85 knowing the checks would not be paid by the depository.
Breann Werner, 25, Mt. Olive, is charged with four counts of deceptive practice in connection with writing two checks to the Work Place Pub, Gillespie on February 17 and 19, 2017, totaling $200 and two checks to Mt. Olive Enterprises, doing business as Mt. Olive Clark, on March 2, 2017, totaling $23.94 knowing the checks would not be paid by the depository.
Janet Cartwright, 55, Eagerville, is charged with deceptive practice in connection with writing a check to Randy’s Market, Benld on November 10, 2017, totaling $38.57 knowing the check would not be paid by the depository.
Teresa Buzick, 62, Mount Olive, is charged with deceptive practice in connection with writing a check to Mt. Olive Enterprises, doing business as Mt. Olive Clark, on October 12, 2017, totaling $18.94 knowing the check would not be paid by the depository.
Nicole Pruden, 34, Mount Olive, is charged with deceptive practice in connection with writing a check to Mt. Olive Enterprises, doing business as Mt. Olive Clark, on June 21, 2017, totaling $32.03 knowing the check would not be paid by the depository.
TRAFFIC
Lindsey Travis, 23, Troy, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a May 19 incident on South Hackman Street in Staunton around 10:46 p.m.
Janine Miller, 37, Mount Olive, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol and illegal transportation of alcohol by the driver in connection with a May 19 incident on South Hackman Street in Staunton around 10:23 p.m.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Kay Wilson, Shipman, vs. Andrew Wilson, Jacksonville.
- Steven Sperber, Staunton, vs. Shannon Sperber, Edwardsville.
- Kelly Conner vs. Shonna Conner, both of Gillespie.
- Gerald Hon, Bunker Hill, vs. Betty Hon, Barlow, KY.
- Samantha Prograis, Palmyra, vs. Paul Prograis, Midway Park, NC.
- Stacy Abbott vs. Ryan Abbott, both of Chesterfield.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Levi Weller and Alexis Mayes, both of Palmyra.
- Jesse Bourland and Tiffany Johnson, both of Gillespie.
- Olgert Refatllari and Caitlin Quarton, both of Dixon.
- Kelley Lehmann and Catherine Childers, both of Carlinville.
- Nicholas Crain and Erin Bates, both of Carlinville.
- Arthur Widdows and Mary Hall, both of Dorsey.
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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
