Court News
Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: November 22-28, 2016. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Robert R. Ernst has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Bryon S. Vanausdall, Virden, seeking $1,700 in alleged back rent, plus damages, court costs, attorney fees and possession of residential premises located in the 200 block of North Church Street in Virden.
Roy Davis, Jr., Carlinville, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Samantha Higgins and Brandon Lackey, both of Carlinville, seeking a judgment for $1,625 in alleged back rent, plus a $475 deposit, court costs, damages and possession of residential premises located in the 600 block of North Anderson Street in Carlinville.
SMALL CLAIMS
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Jamie Bomkamp, Girard, for $680.98, plus court costs, allegedly owed on a defaulted credit card account.
Consumer Adjustment Co., Inc., is suing Bob and Christina M. Stroemer, Staunton, for $531.60, plus court costs, that the defendant claims is owed to Washington University/Wash U School of Medicine, St. Louis, Mo., for medical services provided.
FELONIES
Brandon M. Lyons, 35, Gillespie, is charged with criminal trespass to a residence while persons were present in the home, a Class 4 felony, in connection with a Nov. 17 incident in Gillespie. Lyons also is charged with domestic battery resulting in bodily harm and violation of a court order of protection, both Class A misdemeanors, in connection with the same incident.
In separate cases, Jennifer M. Seyler, 45, and Bradley M. Seyler, 46, both of Collinsville, are charged with burglary in connection with an Aug. 10 incident during which they allegedly entered the Carlinville Moose Lodge in the 800 block of Pine Street without authority and with the intent to commit a theft.
MISDEMEANORS
In separate cases, Tarik A. Gilyard, 20, and Jordan E. Green, 20, both of O’Fallon, are charged with unlawful possession of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a Nov. 6 incident on Washington Street at Orange Street in Bunker Hill.
Henry L. Hammack, 35, Wilsonville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Nov. 19 incident during which he allegedly made physical contact of an “insulting or provoking nature” with his girlfriend by grabbing her by the neck.
Tatem M. Simons, 19, Shipman, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 and disorderly conduct in connection with a Nov. 14 incident in Shipman.
In separate cases, Craig Barnes, 28, and Eric S. Cunningham, 32, both of Gillespie, are charged with battery resulting in bodily harm in connection with a Nov. 7 incident in Gillespie during which they allegedly struck a male victim in the head with their fists.
Antonio M. Barron, 33, Gillespie, is charged with theft in connection with a June 3 incident during which he allegedly exerted unauthorized control over a $200 money order belonging to another individual with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of the use of the property.
Michael R. Wallace, 19, Bunker Hill, is charged with possession of cannabis in connection with a Nov. 13 incident in Brighton during which he allegedly possessed more than 30 but less than 100 grams of a substance containing cannabis.
Trisha N. Simmons, 38, Gillespie, is charged with battery resulting in bodily harm in connection with a Nov. 10 incident during which she alleged struck a female victim in the head with her fist.
Logan T. Cooper, 20, Benld, is charged with unlawful possession of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a Nov. 10 incident in the southbound lanes of Interstate 55 near mile marker 49.
Roddy T. Pettit, 30, Carlinville, is charged with unlawful delivery of alcohol to a minor in connection with a Sept. 24 incident during which he allegedly procured alcohol for a person under the age of 21.
Lewis A. Romine, 18, Cottage Hills, is charged with unlawful possession of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 16 incident on South Maple Street at Market Street in Brighton.
TRAFFIC
Nathaniel R. Brister, 26, Gillespie, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 20 incident on North Fifth Street at Locust Street in Benld at about 2:22 a.m.. In addition, Brister faces a traffic charge for alleged unlawful transportation of alcohol by a driver.
Joshua Alan Delaney, 26, St. Louis, Mo., is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 19 incident in Illinois Route 4 at Oxford Road, Staunton Township. Delaney also faces a traffic charged for alleged unlawful transportation of alcohol by a driver.
Tony M. Newell, 19, Peoria, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 22 incident in the northbound lanes of Interstate 55 near mile marker 43.5. Newell also was cited for allegedly speeding 15 to 20 miles per hour in excess of the posted speed limit.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Nancy Diane Konneker, Gillespie, vs. Richard Lynn Konneker, Benld.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- John L. Caller and Jillian A. Wallace, both of Peoria.
- Michael D. Theivagt and Dawn A. Reising, both of Staunton.
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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
