Police News
Police Activity: January 8th-15th
SUNDAY, JANUARY 8, 2012
Kyle M. Bauer, 20, Gillespie was arrested for reckless driving, when he nearly hit two pedestrians at the corner of Park and Adams Sts. He posted bond and was released.
Officer was called to the 100 block of Park Ave. by a mother who said that her daughter was at a residence in the 200 block of Park and refusing to come home. The daughter was brought to the Police Dept. After some time, the mother came to the Police Dept. and since the daughter did not want to go home, a Children’s Home and Aid worker came to the Police Dept. to interview them.
The 15 year old daughter went home with the mother, providing they speak with a councilor within 24 to 48 hours.
Officers were called to the 500 block of E. Walnut for a domestic between two males that lived there. The one male called for his father to come pick him up, as no one wanted to press charges.
Officer took a report of child abuse when the father of a child showed the officer where the child had been burnt with a cigarette again. The child abuse hotline was called and DCFS will conduct an investigation.
Officer was called to the 300 block of E. Oak for a domestic between husband and wife. Both stated that the other one had battered each other and their 2 yr. old son that the father was holding. The father left for the night, after both subjects were told if they wanted to file charges to go up to States Attorney’s office Monday. Child abuse hotline was called and DCFS will conduct an investigation.
Joshua A. Damm, 27, Carlinville was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, after hitting the vehicle in front of him that was turning in the 100 block of N. Macoupin.
MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 2012
Jacqueline M. Everhart, 27, Livingston turned herself in on a warrant out of Macoupin County for failure to appear on a battery charge. She posted bond and was released.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2012
Danielle L. Ellis, 29, Wilsonville was cited for operation of uninsured motor vehicle.
Susan A. Ballard, 38, Gillespie was cited for improper lane usage.
Officer took a report from a female who was receiving threatening phone calls from an ex-boyfriend. He was contacted and advised any further calls, charges could be filed.
Officers were called to the 1200 block of S. Macoupin for a possible fight between two male subjects. When they arrived found that both stated they had been struck. Both were told if they wanted to file charges to go to States Attorney’s office in the morning. An ambulance was called for one of the males and he was transported to a hospital.
Officer was called to the 500 block of W. Baker for a domestic. When arriving, he found that it was all verbal. The male subject along with his daughter left the residence for the rest of the night.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2012
Officer was called to the 300 block of Fillmore where a 15 yr. old female from Staunton was babysitting. It was learned that the juvenile was a runaway. She was brought to the police dept. where her mother was called to pick her up. Children’s Home and Aid was called. A worker from there asked that the mother bring her to Staunton Police Dept. to interview them.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2012
Chief was called to the 400 block of Park Avenue where a juvenile was out of control. An ambulance was called and the juvenile was transported to a hospital.
Wendy A. Crites, 25, Benld was cited for failure to yield at a stop or yield intersection when she slid thru the stop sign at Osie and hit a vehicle, going by on Staunton Road.
Theodore Hopper, 40, Gillespie turned himself in on a warrant out of Macoupin County for failure to appear on a battery charge. He posted bond and was released.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2012
Officer was called to the 400 block of E. Oak by an elderly lady who heard someone enter her residence at daybreak. When the officer arrived, he found Anthony P. Forman Jr., 29, Bloomington, IL in the residence. He had no idea where he was and not sure what town he was in. After being taken outside to the squad car, the officer could smell alcohol, which was 3 times the legal limit. Asked how he got to Gillespie, said he walked from Benld. Forman was arrested for disturbing the peace and pedestrian under the influence.
Officers were called to the 100 block of S. Macoupin for a male who had suicidal thoughts. On arriving, the male advised he does not have suicidal thoughts but he is depressed. He was brought to the Police Dept. and an employee of Locust Street Resource Center was called.
Officers were called to the police dept., where two females age 16 said that a male touched the side of their vehicle with the front bumper of his vehicle. There was no damage to the vehicle but when the driver asked him to stop hitting her vehicle, they got into a verbal argument. Austin M. Conlee, 19, Gillespie was cited for disorderly conduct.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 15, 2012
Officer was called to the 500 block of Green St. for a domestic in progress for a female and a male, also living there. They had both been drinking and arguing, so the male left the residence for the rest of the night.
Officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Park Ave. where a male subject reported his truck stolen. After getting additional information, it was learned that he loaned the vehicle to a female and has been attempting to contact her to bring the vehicle back. He, eventually, found out the truck had been impounded by another agency. He was advised that since he gave the female permission to use the vehicle, that he could not report it as stolen.
Ashley L. Collier, 23, Alton, was cited for operation of uninsured motor vehicle.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 18, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Baker Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was dispatched in the 200 block of Southern Street in reference to illegal dumping.
An officer initiated a traffic stop on Rt. 16 East in East Gillespie. Wyatt M. Robinson, 24 of Litchfield, was issued a citation for speeding and squealing tires.
MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North Francis Street in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Pine Street in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Wilson Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to illegal dumping at a business on Rt.4 in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 1st Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North 8th Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to Macoupin Street and Pine Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment through an electronic device.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of 1st Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a violation of an order of protection in the 600 block of Edwards Street.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street. Austin D. Guiliacci, 25 of Staunton, was issued a citation for suspended registration.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Madison Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to Big Brick Park in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Central in Benld in reference to a security check.
An officer was dispatched out on Route 16 to assist Macoupin County Sheriff Department in reference to animals being loose on the highway.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of LJ Avenue in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a well-being check.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie High School in reference to suspicious circumstances.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 900 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a missing vehicle.
An officer spoke with a female in the 200 block of South 2nd Street in Benld in reference to Animal neglect.
An officer was dispatched to the area of Route 16 and Kelly Street in reference to reckless driving. Danielle L. Scott, 44 of Benld, was issued citations for driving on suspended registration and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to recovered property.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Park Avenue in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Staunton Road in reference to illegal parking.
An officer was dispatched to 5th Street and Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a suspicious item.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare to assist Gillespie Fire Department with traffic control with a fire.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 900 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a repossessed vehicle.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Spruce Street in reference to a domestic dispute and criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 6th Street in Benld in reference to domestic battery. Kaydents P. Cothern, 18 of Benld, was arrested for domestic battery, resisting arrest, and aggravated battery on a police officer.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Adams Street in reference to a suicidal subject.
An officer was dispatched to the area of West Walnut Street in Benld in reference to reckless driving.
An officer spoke with a female in the 100 block of Richards Street in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 7th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a status check on a Macoupin County Sheriff Deputy.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a civil issue.
An Officer was dispatched to Route 4 North reference assisting Illinois State Police on a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with an Officer from Nokomis Police Department in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Calcari Street in East Gillespie to check the well-being of a female. Judy A. Wilkins, 47 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County Warrant for possession of a control substance.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a couple about an animal complaint in the 400 block of Osie Street.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway and Kelly Street. Rynn R. Johnson, 56 of Belvidere, was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was out with a vehicle that was parked in the roadway at Main Street and East Oak Street in Benld.
An officer initiated traffic stop at Broadway and Kelly Street. Rebecca M. Cherry, 67 of Litchfield, was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to found items.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Walnut Street in Benld in reference to suspicious circumstances.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in reference to a juvenile on the roadway with an ATV.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Baker Street in reference to a wellness check on an animal.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street. Stephanie P. Cothern, 32 of Decatur, was given a citation for speeding.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 11, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Litchfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to an aggravated battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Lincoln Avenue in Eagarville in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Lake in reference to an assault.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 6th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 2000 block of Staunton Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a civil issue and property damage.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Berry Street in Mt. Clare in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Charles Street in reference to theft.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Henrietta Street in reference to a well-being check.
MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass. Timothy J. Dalposso, 57 of Benld, was arrested for criminal trespass to residence.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Spruce Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Pine Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Henry Street in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Francis Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 2nd Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 1st Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Chestnut Street in reference to an ordinance issue.
An officer was dispatched to North Main Street in Benld in reference to an unwanted solicitor.
An officer spoke with parents at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a juvenile issue.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Broadway Street and LJ Avenue in reference to a neighbor dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 2nd Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to South 2nd Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to a parking issue.
An officer spoke to a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a theft of her vehicle in the 300 block of South 1st Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to Springfield Road in reference to suspicious persons/activity in a wooded area.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Springfield Road in reference to a theft.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a criminal sexual assault investigation.
An officer was dispatched to Broadway and LJ Avenue in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department in reference to a child custody issue.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024
An officer initiated a traffic stop in the 700 block of East Walnut Street. Jessie J. Waugh, 44 of Gillespie, was arrested for driving while license was suspended.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to criminal trespass. Joshua E. Swarringin, 31 of Gillespie, was arrested for criminal trespass to residence.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Illinois Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to a suicidal subject.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Locust Street in Benld in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Dorsey Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
Shelby N. Watson, 29 of Benld, was arrested in Benld on a Macoupin Count warrant for bringing drugs into a penal institution and a Madison County warrant for failure to appear on drug possession.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 5th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass.
Cole Y. Waugh, 41 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear on a traffic offence. He was also issued a citation for driving while license were suspended.
Jessica M. Reiman, 39 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear on bad checks.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a disturbance. Joseph W. Reiniesch, 40 of Gillespie, was arrested for aggravated assault and aggravated battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a medical call.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Burton Street in reference to a neighbor dispute.
An officer was dispatched to Louis Lane at Gillespie Lake in reference to a well-being check.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to disorderly conduct. Terry A. Whitlow, 59 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for disorderly conduct.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Burton Street in reference to a security check.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of East Chestnut Street in Benld in reference to accumulation of garbage prohibited on state supported property.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a mental subject.
An officer was out at Macoupin Street and Elm Street in reference to unwanted solicitation.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 4, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of West Easton Street in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 5th Street in Benld in reference a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a security check.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Lake in reference to a stalking issue.
An officer was dispatched to Western Street and Elm Street in reference to an ordinance issue.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 200 block of North Kentucky in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of South Hard Road in Benld in reference to a suspicious circumstance.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a noise complaint.
MONDAY, AUGUST 5, 2024
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment in the 100 block of East Elm Street.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Cloud Lane in reference to a medical assist.
Andrew P. Spensberger, 24 of Wilsonville, was arrested on three warrants, one out of Madison County for violation of a court order and two out of Macoupin County Court for a traffic offense-aggravated fleeing and theft control intent. He was also arrested for obstructing a peace officer, possession of drug paraphernalia, and obstructing identification.
An officer was dispatched to Central Avenue and Main Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was out at Harding Avenue and Adams Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Easton Street in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Benld Road and Eagarville Road in Eagarville. Douglas Davis, 57 of Pekin, was issued citations for no driver’s license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 300 block of Osie Street.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Gillespie Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North 8th Street in Benld in reference a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 2200 block of Staunton Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 2100 block of Staunton Road in reference to a 911 call.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Oak Street in reference to a well-being check and custody issue.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to criminal trespass.
Timothy J. Dalopozzo, 57 of Benld, was arrested on two Macoupin County warrants for failure to appear on trespassing.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Gillespie Street in reference to criminal damage to property and fireworks.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Biddle Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment in the 100 block of Route 138 Benld.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to a domestic dispute and criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Main Street in Benld reference theft.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Staunton Road and Osie Street. Dylan C. Frensko, 25 of Gillespie, was issued citations for driver license not on person, brake checking, improper use of signal, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment in the 400 block of East Elm Street.
An officer was dispatched to the 7500 block of Staunton Road in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 6th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Kentucky Street in Benld. Melissa A. Hormann, 46 of Wilsonville, was issued a citation for speeding.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Broadway Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Baker Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South Illinois Street in Benld for the smell of natural gas.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 1000 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a neighbor issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Macoupin in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 8th Street in Benld in reference a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Shelby Street in reference to a neighbor dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a security check.
An officer was dispatched to South Macoupin Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to a dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Lake in reference to a well-being check.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Elm Street in reference to juvenile issues and a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to Pine Street and Macoupin Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to South 4th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to Baker Street and Green Street in reference to neighborhood trouble.
An officer was dispatched to Francis Street and Western Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Litchfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to theft.
An officer was dispatched to Oak Street and Jersey Street in reference to items found.
An officer was dispatched to Route 4 and Mt. Clare Drive in Mt. Clare in reference to suspicious circumstances.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Avenue in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Avenue in reference to a death investigation.
An officer was dispatched to Park Street and 2nd Street in Benld in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to an aggravated battery.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Second Street and Pine Street. Jorden T. Trimm, 33 of Benld, was arrested on a warrant on a Macoupin County for failure to appear on a driving while license is suspended, he was also issued citations for operating an uninsured motor vehicle, no driver’s license and misuse of registration.
Evan T. Webb, 19 of Benld, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for unlawful possession of cannabis.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Easton Street in reference to a domestic battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Oak Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference a well-being check.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment by telephone.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Plum Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Avenue in reference to criminal damage to property.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
