Date range: July 19-26, 2016. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.

LAWSUITS

Kirsten Davis, Pleasant Plains, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Amanda Huges, Virden, seeking $3,200 in alleged unpaid rent, plus court costs and possession of premises located in the 400 block of East Green Street, Virden.

Joshua Sarver, Girard, is suing Ford Motor Co. for unspecified damages in excess of $10,000, plus court costs, allegedly breaches of written and implied warranties on a 2013 Ford Fiesta automobile he purchased from Landmark Ford, Springfield, in 2013. The suit claims the vehicle, purchased for $16,050, was covered by a three-year/36,000-mile “bumper to bumper” warranty and a five-year/60,000 mile warranty on the power train. After purchasing the vehicle, Sarver claims to have discovered the transmission was faulty, a defect in the engine/electrical system that caused the “check engine” light to come on and a defective driver’s side door. The suit claims the Ford dealership was unable to repair the defects after being given opportunities to do so and that the vehicle remains defective and unsellable. The suit seeks unspecified damages for diminution in the value of the vehicle due to the allegedly unresolved defects.

William H. and Doris J. Cunningham have filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Hanna Wallis, Carlinville, seeking $900 in alleged unpaid rent, plus court costs and possession of residential premises located in the 900 block of Johnson Street in Carlinville.

Sharon K. Robinson has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Dezarea Robinson and Roger Denton seeking possession only of residential premises located on Prairie Lane, Alton, in rural Macoupin County.

Jeff Schmidt has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Jamie Rae, Staunton, seeking $1,000 in allegedly unpaid rent, plus court costs and possession of residential premises located in the 1200 block of South Hackman Street in Staunton.

SMALL CLAIMS

Capital One Bank is suing Veronica K. Ebert, Mount Olive, for $1,871.16, plus court costs, allegedly owed on a defaulted credit card account.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Beverly Nolan, Bunker Hill, for $1,090, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid medical debt incurred with Staunton Area Ambulance Service.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Sherry Pirok, Staunton, for $396.39, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid medical debt incurred with the Family Practice Center.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Jason Rae, Staunton, for $417, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid medical debt incurred with Staunton Area Ambulance Service.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Ashley Robbins, Gillespie, for $370, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid medical debt incurred with Macoupin County Chiropractic.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Brett Yates, Springfield, for $2002.61, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid debt incurred with Burgess and Son, Girard.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Chad Feldman, Staunton, for $613.80, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid medical debt incurred with Staunton Area Ambulance Service.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Douglas Hausman, Bunker Hill, seeking $676, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid medical debt incurred with Staunton Area Ambulance Service.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Noel Clark, Staunton, for $350, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid medical debt incurred with Staunton Area Ambulance Service.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Susie Anderson, Chesterfield, for $301.95, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid debt for cable and internet services incurred with Royell Communications, Virden.

Credit Collection Partners, Taylorville, is suing Tyler LaPolice, Staunton, for $134.80, plus court costs, for an allegedly unpaid medical debt incurred with Staunton Area Ambulance Service.

Shelly J. Davis, Carlinville, is suing Sarah Smith, Gillespie, for $5,114.67, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed for unpaid rent, late fees, damages to property and for allegedly breaking a one-year lease agreement after five months.

FELONIES

David E. King, 43, Gillespie, is charged with unlawful production of cannabis sativa plants in connection with a Jan. 21 incident during which King allegedly was found to be growing between five and 20 marijuana plants at his residence in the 200 block of Henrietta Street in Gillespie.

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Glen D. Rice, 45, Carlinville, is charged with unlawful production of cannabis sativa plants in connection with a Dec. 18, 2015, incident during which Rice allegedly was found to be growing between five and 20 marijuana plants at his residence in the 100 block of Haig Street in Carlinville.

Joe D. Walker, 56, Gillespie, is charged with disarming a police officer and two counts of criminal damage to property in connection with a July 18 incident in rural Gillespie. Walker is accused of attempting to take a Glock 9mm service weapon from a Macoupin County deputy engaged in the performance of his official duties, causing more than $10,000 in damage to grain bin and propane tank belonging to Blackburn College, and causing more than $500 in damage to a 2004 pick-up truck without the consent of the owner. Walker additionally faces a traffic charge for driving under the influence of alcohol for allegedly operating a John Deere tractor while under the influence of alcohol.

Ryan W. Long, 30, Carlinville, is charged with felony theft in connection with a June 10 incident during which he allegedly took unauthorized possession of less than $500 in cash belonging to another person.

Kenneth M. Helfer, 24, Wilsonville, is charged with felony possession of cannabis in connection with a May 13 incident during which he allegedly was in possession of 30 to 100 grams of a substance containing cannabis.

Amanda J. Porter, 28, Carlinville, is charged with four counts of forgery and one count of theft in connection with incidents taking place in 2015. Porter is alleged to have forged checks made payable to herself on the account of a Carlinville woman between April and June 2015. The criminal complaint alleges Porter created a forged check for $600 on April 29, 2015; a forged check for $1,500 on May 13, 2015; a forged check for $600 on June 17, 2015; and a forged check for $600 on May 6, 2015. In addition, Porter is accused of stealing $3,300 in cash belonging to the same victim between April 29, 2015 and July 6, 2015.

Wayne S. Seymour, 53, is charged with felony driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a May 30 incident during which he allegedly operated a 2008 Toyota SUV on Illinois Route 4 while under the influence of alcohol. The charge was elevated to a felony due to previous convictions on his record for the same or similar charges, including six convictions between 1991 and 2008 in Wisconsin, and a 2015 conviction in Sangamon County.

Christopher J. Orear, 19, Gillespie, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with a May 27 incident during which he allegedly was found to be in possession of a chemically altered form of methyl.

Sean M. Rogerson, 42, is charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license in connection with a June 25 incident during which he allegedly operated a 2000 white Ford van on Dean Street in Virden at a time when his license was suspended. The charge was elevated to a felony due to previous convictions for the same offense on Rogerson’s record from Dec. 8, 2004 in Madison County, Sept. 15, 2004, in St. Clair County, and Aug. 20, 2013 in Montgomery County.

Curt M. Fiori, 52, Staunton, is charged with aggravated battery in connection with a July 21 incident on Henry Street in Staunton during which he allegedly struck another individual in the chest with a metal object while Fiori and the victim were on a public way.

Pillip L. Greff, 37, Virden, is charged with residential burglary and theft in connection with a June 3 incident during which he allegedly entered a residence in the 100 block of West Dean Street in Virden without authority and with the intent to commit and theft, and stole a Taurus 9mm 45 caliber firearm valued at more than $500.

Randy L. Garn, 26, Benld, is charged with aggravated battery in a public place and obstructing justice by means of destroying evidence.

MISDEAMEANORS

Craig P. Barnes, 27, Gillespie, is charged with criminal trespass to real property in connection with a July 17 incident during which he allegedly remained upon the property of the Black Diamond Bar, Gillespie, after being given notice to depart.

Demarcus A. Walton, 23. Shipman, is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia in connection with an April 8 incident during which he allegedly possessed a metal pipe used for smoking marijuana.

Larone C. Walton, 26, Carlinville, is charged with possession of less than 2.5 grams of a substance containing cannabis in connection with an April 8 incident.

Joseph D. Rhodes, 19, Gillespie, is charged with possession of 10 to 30 grams of a substance containing cannabis in connection with a May 14 incident.

Jeffery T. Jordan, 24, Virden, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a July 19 incident during which he allegedly caused bodily harm by throwing a cup of hot coffee into the face of a female member of his household.

Patrick M. Lewandowski, 34, Piasa is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with a July 14 incident during which he allegedly made repeated verbal threats against a couple in such a manner as to alarm and disturb the victims and result in a breach of the peace.

Anthony S. Zumwalt, 21, Gillespie, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with a July 4 incident during which he allegedly kicked a bedroom door repeatedly while yelling obscenities in such a manner as to alarm and disturb the victim and result in a breach of the peace.

Brock J. Bone, 28, Carlinville, is charged with unlawful delivery of alcohol to a minor in connection with a May 21 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly purchased alcoholic liquor for a person under the age of 21.

Chad M. Murday, 42, Mount Clare, is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia in connection with a May 1 incident during which he allegedly possessed a metal pipe used for smoking marijuana.

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Mario C. Turner, 25, Royal Lakes, is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia in connection with a May 16 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly possessed a silver-colored metal pipe used for smoking marijuana.

Montro C. Mumphard, 24, Springfield is charged with possession of less than 2.5 grams of a substance containing cannabis in connection with a July 2 incident.

Kenneth R. Deardeuff, 30, Wood River, is charged with criminal trespass to railroad property in connection with a July 2 incident during which he allegedly rode in a Union Pacific freight car without authority.

Lisa A. Lalumondiere, 43, Staunton, is charged with animal cruelty in connection with a July 6 incident during which she allegedly abandoned a dog on Renken Road, Staunton.

Justin C. Dyer, 30, Gillespie, is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia in connection with a July 5 incident in Gillespie during which he allegedly possessed a white metal pipe used for smoking marijuana.

Tanner W. Roeske, 20, Litchfield, is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis in connection with a July 1 incident during which he allegedly possessed a glass pipe used for smoking marijuana and less than 2.5 grams of a substance containing cannabis.

Shelia R. Deboise, 21, East St. Louis, is charged with theft in connection with a July 5 incident during which she allegedly stole a check valued at less than $500 from a Gillespie man.

Several area residents have been charged with deceptive practice for allegedly writing checks to local businesses while knowing their banks would not honor the drafts. Those charged in separate complaints include: Crystal D. Fritz, 49, Staunton, accused of writing a bad check for $30 on April 30 to Macoupin County Animal Control; Brian J. Boone, 45, Virden, accused of writing a bad check for $500 on Jan. 16 to Freedom Chevrolet, Virden; Leslie S. Neighbors, 40, Girard, accused of writing a bad check for $14.88 on April 23 to Boente Shell; Trish L. Kester, 38, Benld, accused of writing a bad check for $21.04 on June 15 to Randy’s Market; Shannon M. Miller, 29, Staunton, accused of writing a bad check for $102.70 on April 3 to Randy’s Market; Danny R. Parish, 48, Carlinville, accused of writing a bad check for $259.32 on May 28 to Randy’s Market; and Ashley N. Robbins, 30, Gillespie, accused of writing a bad check for $23.96 on April 17 to Randy’s Market.

Blake D. Roberts, 19, Benld, is charged with possession of less than 2.5 grams of a substance containing cannabis in connection with a May 11 incident in Gillespie.

Jacqueline L. Lintzenich, 39, Mount Olive, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a JUly 21 incident during which she allegedly struck her male room mate in his face with her fist.

Brandon K. Skelton, 19, Dow, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a July 22 incident on Illinois Route 267/111 at Three Trees Road.

John M. Karl, Jr., 50, Staunton, is charged with battery in connection with a June 19 incident during which he allegedly made physical contact of an “insulting or provoking nature” when he struck a female on her buttocks with his hand.

TRAFFIC

Christa M. Stagner, 38, Altamont, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a July 13 incident on Old Route 66 at North Poplar Street in Mount Olive. Stagner also faces traffic charges for alleged squealing or screeching of the tires of her vehicle, fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer, driving too fast for conditions, improper lane usage and failing to reduce the speed of her vehicle to avoid an accident.

Joe D. Walker, 56, Gillespie, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a July 17 incident during which he allegedly operated a John Deere tractor on private property in rural Gillespie while under the influence of alcohol.

Daniel Kazenski, 21, Girard is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a July 13 incident in Girard. Additionally, Kazenski faces a traffic charge for failing to reduce the speed of his vehicle to avoid an accident.

Brandon K. Skelton, 19, Dow, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a July 22 incident on Illinois Route 267/111 at Three Trees Road. In addition, he faces traffic charges for allegedly driving on a suspended driver’s license, illegal transporting alcohol as a driver and failing to dim the headlights of his vehicle for an oncoming vehicle.

DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED

• Michelle K. Mann, Carlinville, vs. Charles E. Mann, Staunton.
• Tiffany M. Martin, New Douglas, vs. Dennis W. Martin, Carlinville.
• Sandra K. Barnett, Brighton, vs. Lenard L. Stilts, Brighton.

MARRIAGE LICENSES

• Jared M. Bernhardt and Haley M. Edwards, both of Mount Olive.
• Bradley J. Brening and Suzanne L. Rush, both of Gillespie.

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