Union County State's Attorney

05/11/2026

05/11/2026

During National Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, the Union County State’s Attorney‘s office proudly recognizes and thanks the dedicated men and women of law-enforcement who serve and protect our community. Your commitment, professionalism, and sacrifice are deeply appreciated.

05/06/2026

Three sentenced to the Illinois Department of Corrections this week in Union County.

05/04/2026

Today, on National Firefighters Day, we pause to honor the courage, strength, and selflessness of the brave men and women who run towards danger when others are told to run away.

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day

04/06/2026

April 6th, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DONGOLA MAN SENTENCED TO ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Union County State’s Attorney Tyler E. Tripp announced today that Jacob W. Brown was sentenced to the Illinois Department of Corrections following a plea of guilty to multiple felony charges. Brown will serve a term of ten years in prison and will be subject to register as a s*x offender for life.

2025-CF-9

Charge: Aggravated Criminal S*xual Abuse-Class 2 Felony

Consecutive Sentence: 5 Years Illinois Department of Corrections

1 Year Mandatory Supervised Release

2025-CF-79

Charge: Aggravated Criminal S*xual Abuse-Class 2 Felony

Consecutive Sentence: 5 Years Illinois Department of Corrections

1 Year Mandatory Supervised Release

S*x Offender Registration-Lifetime

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from the Union County State’s Attorney’s Office.

Wishing you and your family a peaceful and blessed Easter.