Court News
Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: December 22-29, 2015. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Patrick D. Pintar, Gillespie, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Sherri Martin, Gillespie, seeking $2,666 in alleged back rent, plus possession of residential premises located in the 700 block of Adams Street in Gillespie.
Tim Loveless, Gillespie, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Robert L. Recknagel and Rebecca Fenley, Benld, seeking $425 in alleged back rent, plus possession of residential premises located in the 100 block of Central Avenue in Benld.
SMALL CLAIMS
Capital One is suing Nicholas Miller, Carlinville, for $2,384.74, plus court costs, that the defendant allegedly owes on a defaulted credit card account.
Jim Meisenheimer, Bunker Hill, is suing Nick Tervasi, Bunker Hill, for $770.80 that the plaintiff claims is owed for rebuilding a roadway, rocking a road and grading.
Hendricks Financial, Inc., Virden, is suing Dave and Christy Lomelino, Modesto, seeking $3,483.07, plus court costs and attorney fees, that the plaintiff claims is owed on two defaulted retail installment contracts executed Oct. 29 and Nov. 7, 2013, for the purchase of home furnishings.
Resurgence Capital, LLC, is suing Elizabeth and Vic Shoemaker, Carlinville, for $8,378.59, plus court costs and $350 in attorney fees, that the plaintiff claims is owed on a $20,160 auto loan executed in 2006.
FELONIES
David A. Rhodes, 42, Sawyerville, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine-making materials in connection with a Dec. 15 incident during which he allegedly possessed less than five grams of a substance containing methamphetamine, along with sulfuri acid, coffee filters and cold packs that he allegedly intended to use in the manufacture of methamphetamine.
Joseph W. Burdell, 45, Staunton, is charged with aggravated battery, aggravated assault and resisting a peace officer in connection with a Dec. 19 incident in Staunton. According to the complaint, Burdell allegedly kicked a Staunton police officer in the left knee and lower leg, rushing toward two Staunton police officers with his fists clenched, and refusing to place his hands behind his back when ordered to do so by arresting officers.
Jade D. Winchester, 27, Mount Olive, is charged with possession of methamphetamine in connection with an Oct. 13 incident in Mount Olive during which she allegedly possessed less than five grams of a substance containing methamphetamine.
Katherine J. Ellington, 36, Mount Olive, is charged with criminal damage to state-supported property in connection with a Dec. 17 incident during which she allegedly caused less than $500 in damage to a flower pot belonging to the city of Mount Olive.
Margaret Dickerson, 33, Springfield, is charged with two counts of aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol and one count of driving on a revoked driver’s license in connection with a Dec. 23 incident on Interstate 55 in Macoupin County. The DUI charges, one of which accuses Dickerson of driving under the influence of alcohol in combination with another drug or substance, were elevated to felonies due to previous convictions for DUI on Dickerson’s record from Sept. 9, 2005, and March 9, 2009, both in Sangamon County. The driving on a revoked license was elevated to a felony due to previously convictions for driving on a revoked or suspended license from Nov. 4, 2005, March 24, 2006, and July 30, 2010, all on Sangamon County. In addition to the felony charges, Dickerson faces traffic charges for alleged improper lane usage and illegal transportation of alcohol by a driver.
William D. Gray, 35, Staunton, is charged with driving on a revoked driver’s license in connection with a Dec. 5 incident on Pearl Street in Staunton. The charge was elevated to a felony due to previous convictions for driving on a revoked or suspend license on Gray’s record from May 19, 2003, June 26, 2008, and June 27, 2008, in Macoupin County, and May 16, 2007, in Madison County.
MISDEMEANORS
Carrie M. Eichen, 39, Gillespie, is charged with battery in connection with a Dec. 22 incident in Gillespie during which she allegedly pulled another woman’s hair.
TRAFFIC
Whitney N. Brown, 30, Gillespie, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Dec. 16 incident on Stagecoach Road. In addition, Brown faces a traffic charge for allegedly failing to reduce the speed of her vehicle to avoid an accident.
Nick R. Haegle, 33, Staunton, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Dec. 12 incident on West Main Street at Old Route 66 in Mount Olive. Haegle also faces a traffic charge for allegedly making an improper turn signal.
Isaac J. Page, 18, Staunton, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Dec. 19 incident on Illinois Route 4 at North Dorsey Street in Benld. Page also was cited for alleged illegal transportation of alcohol by a driver and improper parking on a roadway. He previously was charged with a misdemeanor for unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with the same incident.
Justin Frisse, 23, Collinsville, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Dec. 20 incident on Illinois Route 4 at Central Avenue in Benld. Frisse also faces a traffic charge for alleged improper lane usage.
Kyle D. Burg, 53, Gillespie, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Dec. 19 incident on East Elm Street at Clay Street in Gillespie. Burg also faces traffic citations for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, driving on an expired driver’s license, operating a vehicle with a faulty license plate light and improper lane usage.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Robin Daughtery, Staunton, vs. Darrol L. Daugherty, Staunton.
- Jerry Lee Yeager III, Bunker Hill, vs. Cassandra Danae Yeager, Fairview Heights.
- Angela Biciocchi, Alton, vs. Michael Biciocchi, Alton.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Jeffrey L. Michaelis and Natosha L. Wallis, both of Carlinville.
- Stephen G. Colliflower and Suzanne M. Borella, both of Virden.
- Robert G. Zieler of Benld and Joy D. LaDassor of Gillespie.
- Greg B. Anderson and Camilla D. Cox, both of Palmyra.
- Edward Dean Blake of Gillespie and Hollie Raye Bartle 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
