Court News
Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: October 24-30, 2017. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Judgment was entered Oct. 24 in a forcible entry and detainer complaint filed by Linda Mahan, Girard, against Patrick and Machelle Martin, Virden, seeking $4,700 in alleged unpaid rent, plus damages, court costs, attorney fees and possession of residential premises located in the 200 block of North Church Street in Virden.
Heather and Tyler Washburn have filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Dillard DeHart, Gillespie, seeking $950 in alleged unpaid rent, plus late fees, court costs, attorney fees and possession of residential premises located in the 600 block of Charles Street in Gillespie.
Susan Y. and Jacke L. Goldbricht, Carlinville, have filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Brandon Goldbricht and Chelsea Mueller, Carlinville, seeking possession of a residential apartment located in the 200 block of North Charles Street in Carlinville.
First MidAmerica Credit Union is suing Allen Young, Mount Olive, for $11,777.35, plus interest of 9.96 percent from July forward, attorney fees and court costs that the plaintiff claims is owed on a Visa credit card account that allegedly went into default as of April 19.
R & P Fugate Rentals, LLC, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Derrick Courier, Girard, seeking $1,075 in alleged unpaid rent, plus late fees, attorney fees, court costs and possession of a residential apartment located in the 100 block of Center Street in Girard.
SMALL CLAIMS
Steve and Charlene Baugh, Bunker Hill, are suing Ronnie D. Harville, Bunker Hill, for $664.40, claiming that two dogs owned by Harville got loose and attacked a cat belonging to the plaintiffs. The judgment sought includes $427.40 for emergency veterinarian care and euthanasia, court costs, mileage and the cost of a replacement cat.
First MidAmerica Credit Union is suing Robert P. Edwards, Benld, for $9,384.69, plus 2.99 percent in interest from Sept. 27 forward, court costs and attorney fees that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted installment loan for $30, 888 executed May 19, 2015, for the purchase of a 2012 Buick LaCrosse. The judgment sought represents an alleged deficiency remaining after the vehicle was repossessed in July and sold at auction.
FELONIES
Dustin Luketich, 28, Gillespie, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with an Oct. 16 incident in Gillespie.
Michael A. Clendenen, 19, Dow, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with a Sept. 16 incident in Bunker Hill during which he allegedly possessed an unspecified quantity of a substance containing Alprazolam.
Kyle R. Kessler, 31, Wilsonville, is charged with aggravated battery in connection with an Oct. 20 incident in Benld during which he allegedly threw a pocket knife at a female victim while she was in front of the Benld Police Department, a public place, striking the victim in her left shoulder.
Robert C. Farris, 59, Staunton, is charged with aggravated assault in connection with an Oct. 22 incident in Staunton during which he allegedly “bumped chests” with and yelled obscenities at a Staunton police officer while knowing the victim to be a peace officer engaged in the execution of his official duties.
Alex M. Baldwin, 20, Brighton, is charged with aggravated battery in connection with an Oct. 20 incident during which he allegedly punched a male victim in the face, causing a laceration over the victim’s left eye, while at the Bunker Hill Short Stop, a public place.
Carrington Saggio, 26, Benld, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with an Oct. 23 incident at about 5:38 p.m. on Illinois Route 4 at Mount Clare Drive during which he allegedly possessed less than 15 grams of a controlled substance. In addition, Saggio is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and improper parking on a roadway in connection with the same incident.
Dustin M. Luketich, 28, Gillespie, is charged with possession of a stolen firearm in connection with an Oct. 3 incident during which he allegedly possessed a Smith and Wesson .38 Special while knowing the gun to have been stolen.
MISDEMEANORS
Kevin S. Welden, 50, Greenfield, is charged with battery in connection with an Oct. 16 incident during which he allegedly caused bodily harm when he “poked” a female victim, causing her to fall to the ground.
Donald E. Ruyle, 44, Benld, is charged with domestic battery in connection with an Oct. 15 incident during which he allegedly caused bodily harm by striking his wife in her head with his fist.
Jasen R. Ferratto, 27, Benld, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an Oct. 11 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly pounded on the door of a woman’s residence and tried to enter the residence in such an unreasonable manner as to alarm and disturb the victim and provoke a breach of the peace.
Vernon E. Haustein 30, Staunton, is charged with domestic battery in connection with an Oct. 22 incident during which he allegedly caused bodily harm by striking his girlfriend in her head with his fist.
Quentin A. Drew, 38, Girard, is charged with domestic battery in connection with an Oct. 22 incident during which he allegedly caused bodily harm by throwing his wife to the ground and then striking her in her face.
Matthew W. Stoops, 26, Woodburn, is charged to criminal trespass to real property in connection with an Oct. 20 incident during which he allegedly entered onto a property in the 1100 block of East Macoupin Street in Staunton after having received prior notice that such entry was forbidden.
Bryce A. DeSpain, 20, Carlinville, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with an Oct. 21 incident at about 11:25 a.m. at the intersection of Litchfield Road and Bierman Road.
Dennis E. Tucker, 39, Shipman, is charged with theft in connection with an April 28 incident during which he allegedly obtained control over stolen motorcycle parts valued at less than $500 under circumstances that should have caused the defendant to believe they were stolen and with the intent to permanently deprive the rightful owner of the property.
William G. Howard, 30, Springfield, is charged with domestic battery in connection with an Oct. 26 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly struck his girlfriend in her head with his fists.
TRAFFIC
Chris L. Smith, 35, Bunker Hill, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with an Oct. 22 incident at about 12:16 a.m. on West Warren Street at Foote Street in Bunker Hill. In addition, Smith faces traffic charges for alleged improper lane usage, illegal transportation of alcohol by a driver, operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, failure to carry a driver’s license on his person, disregarding a traffic control device, speeding 15 to 20 miles per hour in excess of the posted speed limit and failing to drive on the right side of the road.
Dustin E. Libbra, 29, Gillespie, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with an Oct. 20 incident at about 9:05 p.m. at the intersection of Illinois Route 16 and Western Avenue in Gillespie. In addition, Libbra faces traffic charges for alleged operation of an uninsured motor vehicle and improper traffic lane usage.
Randall W. Bersch, 37, Mount Olive, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with an Oct. 20 incident at about 3:12 a.m. on Maple Street at Mill Street in Staunton. Bersch also faces traffic charges for alleged illegal transportation of alcohol by a driver and disregarding a traffic control device.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Matthew Douglas, Carlinville, vs. Danielle Douglas, Mount Olive.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Dean F. Butler and Vicki L. Unser, both of Farmersville.
- Florian Gobell of Gonnersdorf, Germany, and Isabell Heinemann of Tubingen, Germany.
- Robert Louis Sandretto and Angela Lee Turcol, both of Gillespie.
- Paul D. Trosley and Meghan M. Bose, both of Modesto.
- Scott A. Thomas and Emily G. White, both of Girard.
- Timothy Ray Jones and Lacey Jo A. Crumbey, 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
