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Cases filed during March 13-19, 2022. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
FELONIES
David Manley, 50 of Staunton, is charged with meth delivery, possession of meth and bringing a controlled substance into a penal institution in connection with a March 11 incident.
Christopher Lott, 44 of Carlinville, is charged with aggravated assault with a motor vehicle in connection with a March 14 incident.
Roger Stone, 48 of Carlinville, is charged with two charges of aggravated battery in a public place and aggravated battery of a child in connection with a March 15 incident.
Sarah Broyles, 42 of Wilsonville, is charged with possession of meth, driving on a suspended license, and having a canceled, revoked or suspended registration in connection with a December 15 incident.
Ricky Flynn, 46 of Litchfield, is charged with possession of meth and failing to wear a seatbelt in connection with a March 16 incident.
Caleb Lassiter, 38 of Hillsboro, is charged with aggravated assault of a peace officer, aggravated assault with a motor vehicle, aggravated fleeing of police, and reckless driving in connection with a March 17 incident.
Nicole Cronin, 27 of Carlinville, is charged with possession of meth and failing to wear a seat belt in connection with a March 16 incident.
Brandon Weatherford, 28 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal damage to government property in connection with a March 4 incident.
Edgar Wagner, 32 of University City, MO, is charged with reckless discharge of a firearm in connection with a February 20 incident.
Jason Brown, 22 of Alton, is charged with reckless discharge of a firearm in connection with a February 20 incident.
Donzel Watson, 33 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal damage to property in connection with a March 12 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Timothy Dalpozzo, 54 of Benld, is charged with criminal trespass to land in connection with a March 12 incident.
Joan Royer, 58 of Virden, is charged with writing a bad check and obtaining control of the property in connection with a January 25 incident.
Michael Cordova, 39 of Bunker Hill, is charged with criminal damage to property in connection with a February 12 incident.
Craig Hires, 40 of Litchfield, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with a February 11 incident.
John McDonald, 26 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal trespassing to state land in connection with a February 11 incident.
Samuel Brown Jr, 23 of Brighton, is charged with retail theft of display merchandise in connection with a February 21 incident.
Anel Breisa, 25 of Benld, is charged with resisting a peace officer in connection with a March 4 incident.
TRAFFIC
Kimberly Selander, 60 of Mt. Olive, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, unlawful possession of cannabis, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and illegal transportation of alcohol in connection with a March 12 incident.
Ian Binney, 40 of Mt. Olive, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, improper lane usage, and using an electronic communication device while driving in connection with a March 11 incident.
Gavin Griffith, 18 of Wilsonville, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol, consumption of liquor as a minor, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and inoperable vehicle lights in connection with a March 13 incident.
Daniel Carrillo, 37 of Carlinville, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol, driving 35+ over the speed limit, illegal transportation of alcohol, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a March 13 incident.
Andre Banks, 49 of Alton, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and driving 11-14 mph over the speed limit in connection with a March 13 incident.
Shaun Hatzel, 36 of Granite City, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and improper lane usage in connection with a March 12 incident.
Jeremy Frazier, 21 of East Alton, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a March 12 incident.
Stephen Fields, 38 of Staunton, is charged with driving on a suspended license and having a canceled, revoked or suspended registration in connection with a March 10 incident.
Hannah Teetor, 24 of Mt. Olive, is charged with causing bodily harm with an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a March 10 incident.
Glen McGrew, 36 of Jerseyville, is charged with driving 26-34 mph over the speed limit in connection with a March 10 incident.
Wyatt Beeler, 26 of Litchfield, is charged with driving on a revoked license, driving with a revoked, suspended or canceled registration and having an expired registration in connection with a March 11 incident.
Brittany Stinnett, 31 of Wood River, is charged with driving on a suspended license, improper lane usage, expired registration and failing to wear a seat belt in connection with a March 11 incident.
Cory Hauter, 32 of Litchfield, is charged with driving 35+ mph over the speed limit and expired registration in connection with a March 12 incident.
Andrys Mainett Guerra, 31 of Pasadena, TX, is charged with not obtaining a CDL license, log violation and unpaid fee for over registered weight in connection with a March 12 incident.
Juan Davis, 55 of Joliet, is charged with driving on a suspended license and driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit in connection with a March 13 incident.
Jonathan Crafton, 18 of Godfrey, is charged with operating an uninsured motor vehicle and driving 35+ mph over the speed limit in connection with a March 11 incident.
Clayton Zobrist, 22 of Bunker Hill, is charged with driving 26-34 mph over the speed limit in connection with a March 11 incident.
Destiny Macklin, 19 of Decatur, is charged with failing to obtain a license and driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit in connection with a March 11 incident.
Gregory Bolino, 34 of Girard, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with a March 13 incident.
Carrie Banfield, 36 of Moro, is charged with driving on a revoked license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a March 3 incident.
Christopher Rogerson, 40 of Girard, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with a March 8 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Caleb Knabe versus Brandy Knabe
- Hamish Bray versus Amanda Bray
- Connor McElfresh versus Kaleigh McElfresh
- Amanda Baker versus Nathan Baker
- Dawn Gockel-Jones versus Richard Striegel
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Philip Garner of Thayer and Carolyn Plunkett of Virden
- Drew Meehan and Kerstin Brown, both of Bunker Hill
- Jonathan Reynolds of Carlinville and Hanna Lane of High Hill, MO
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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
