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07/03/2025Pepe v. Shenko
2:25-cv-00565-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: The Complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny any pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/3/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/03/2025USA v. Trammell
2:24-cr-00154-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: The Government's Request for Leave to Dismiss Information (Doc. [57]) is GRANTED. The Information (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny all pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Sign
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/02/2025USA v. Maines
2:25-cr-00016-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Jasmine Maines, Count 1, PROBATION: 60 months; HOME DETENTION: 120 days; term of home detention delayed until August 2026 and continues for 120 days thereafter; RESTITUTION: $20,375.00; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed b
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/02/2025Pauly et al v. Hartford Insurance Company of the Midwest
2:24-cv-00874-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Plaintiffs' Motion for Reconsideration (Doc. [90]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/2/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/02/2025USA v. Hernandez
2:24-cr-00068-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Alfredo Hernandez, Count 1, IMPRISONMENT: 2 months' Home Detention as to Count 3, to be served in lieu of term of imprisonment; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 2 months; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Counts 1 and 2 are dismissed. Signed
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/01/2025Akins v. Dixon et al
2:25-cv-00416-SPC-KCD
OPINION AND ORDER re: [1] Complaint. Thomas Akins' Complaint (Doc. 1) is DISMISSED without prejudice. Akins may file an amended complaint by July 22, 2025. Otherwise, the Court will close this case without further notice. Signed by Judge
OPINION AND ORDER re: [1] Complaint. Thomas Akins' Complaint (Doc. 1) is DISMISSED without prejudice. Akins may file an amended complaint by July 22, 2025. Otherwise, the Court will close this case without further notice. Signed by Judge
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/30/2025Skye Energy Ventures LLC v. Hollander et al
2:25-cv-00274-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: Defendants' motion to dismiss (Doc. [23]) is GRANTED in part and DENIED in part. Counts I-II and V-X are DISMISSED without prejudice. On or before July 14, 2025, Plaintiff must file a second amended complaint. Signed by Judge Sheri
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/30/2025Italiano et al v. First Community Insurance Company
2:24-cv-00866-SPC-NPM
ORDER. Attorney Dustin Hite failed to appear at the June 30, 2025 case management conference. By July 14, 2025, Hite must show cause why he should not be sanctioned for failure to appear at the conference or file a notice of complian
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/26/2025Barto v. Wright National Flood Insurance Company
2:25-cv-00543-SPC-NPM
HURRICANE INTERIM PROTECTIVE ORDER which is referenced in and hereby attached to the [7] Case Management Scheduling Order (Hurricane). Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 6/26/2025. (Attachments: # (1) Exhibit A.) (CGW)
HURRICANE INTERIM PROTECTIVE ORDER which is referenced in and hereby attached to the [7] Case Management Scheduling Order (Hurricane). Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 6/26/2025. (Attachments: # (1) Exhibit A.) (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/25/2025USA v. Martinson
2:25-cr-00115-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: This case is REMANDED to the Circuit Court of the Twentieth Judicial Circuit in and for Charlotte County, Florida. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny all pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. The Clerk is DIRECT
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/25/2025USA v. Barnes
2:25-cr-00017-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: The United States' Motion for Final Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [47]) isGRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/25/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/24/2025Pink Shell Vacation Villas Condominium Association, Inc. v. Selective Insurance Company of the Southeast
2:25-cv-00538-SPC-KCD
HURRICANE INTERIM PROTECTIVE ORDER which is referenced in and hereby attached to the [6] Case Management Scheduling Order (Hurricane). Signed by Magistrate Judge Kyle C. Dudek on 6/24/2025. (Attachments: # (1) Exhibit A.) (CGW)
HURRICANE INTERIM PROTECTIVE ORDER which is referenced in and hereby attached to the [6] Case Management Scheduling Order (Hurricane). Signed by Magistrate Judge Kyle C. Dudek on 6/24/2025. (Attachments: # (1) Exhibit A.) (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/24/2025Clark v. Swan et al
2:25-cv-00360-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER re: [1] Complaint. 1. Jimmie Lee Clark III's Complaint for Violation of Civil Rights (Doc. 1) is DISMISSED without prejudice. 2. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate all pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/24/2025USA v. Stover
2:25-cr-00059-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: The United States' Motion for Preliminary Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [43]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/24/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/24/2025Kutz v. Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District
2:25-cv-00152-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment (Doc. [23]) is DENIED without prejudice. On or before July 1, 2025, Defendant must respond to the amended complaint. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/24/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/23/2025Setts v. Anderson
2:25-cv-00521-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER re: [1] Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus. 1. Petitioner Burt Leon Setts' Petition Under 28 U.S.C. § 2241 by a Person in Custody Pursuant to a State Court Judgment (Doc. 1) is DISMISSED without prejudice. 2. The C
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/23/2025Curry v. Lee County Jails Core Building
2:25-cv-00361-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER re: [1] Complaint. Plaintiff Jamarias Dontay Curry's second amended complaint (Doc. 1) DISMISSED without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/23/2025USA v. Real-Lux
2:25-cr-00062-SPC-KCD
JUDGMENT as to Baltazar Real-Lux, Count 1, IMPRISONMENT: Time served; Supervised Release: Not imposed; Special Assessment: $100; remand to the custody of the U.S. Marshal for processing to the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/23/2025USA v. Frayle-De La Cruz
2:25-cr-00044-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Juan Frayle-De La Cruz, Count 1, Imprisonment: Time served; Supervised Release: Not imposed; Special Assessment: $100; Remand to the custody of the U.S. Marshal for processing to the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcem
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/23/2025USA v. Brown
2:24-cr-00173-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Jordon Shanquial Brown, Count 1, Imprisonment: 36 months; Supervised Release: 36 months; Special Assessment: $100; Defendant to self-surrender no later than 2:00pm on July 7th, 2025 to designated facility or to local marshal
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025Nix v. Jet Genius Florida Holings, Inc. et al
2:25-cv-00524-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Plaintiff Michael Nix's complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. Plaintiff may file an amended complaint on or before June 27, 2025. Failure to do so will cause the Court to close this case without further notice. Signe
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025Thurston v. State of Florida- Bureau of Prison
2:25-cv-00511-SPC-KCD
OPINION AND ORDER re: [1] Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus. 1. Petitioner Travis Thurston's Petition for a Writ of Habeas Corpus Under 28 U.S.C. § 2241 (Doc. 1) is DISMISSED without prejudice. 2. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025Buchholz v. Perez et al
2:25-cv-00329-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: Defendants Megan Noel and Leslie Weidenhammer's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [17]) is GRANTED. Defendant Anthony Wilson's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [21]) is GRANTED. Counts II, III, and V of Plaintiff's Amended Complaint (Doc. [4]
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025Gilliam v. Fort Myers Police Department (Chief of Police) et al
2:24-cv-00990-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Defendants' Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [43]) is GRANTED. The Third Amended Complaint (Doc. [41]) is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny any pending motions as moot, terminate all deadlines, and close the case. Sig
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025USA v. Yau
2:24-cr-00122-SPC-KCD
JUDGMENT as to Vincent Jay Yau, Count 1, Imprisonment: 78 months; Supervised Release: 240 months; Sex offender conditions; Restitution: Deferred - Restitution Hearing set 9/2/2025; JVTA Assessment: $5,000; AVAA Assessment: $1,000; Spec
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025Sheets v. Jimenez et al
2:24-cv-00704-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: Defendants' Motions to Dismiss (Docs. [45], [46]) are GRANTED. Plaintiff's case is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny any pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Signed by Judg
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025USA v. Robusto
2:21-cr-00115-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Vincent Joseph Robusto, Counts 1 and 2, Imprisonment: 405 months. Such term consists of 405 months as to Count 1 and 120 months as to Count 2, all terms to run concurrently; Supervised Release: Lifetime term as to Count 1 and 36 m
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025USA v. Perez Pauli
2:21-cr-00080-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Defendant Abel Karel Perez Pauli's Unopposed Motion for Early Termination of Probation (Doc. [71]) is GRANTED. Defendant's probation shall terminate on June 30, 2025. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/20/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/20/2025USA v. Lorenzo
2:19-cr-00118-SPC-NPM
ORDER denying [78] Motion for Reconsideration / Clarification as to Emery Morel Lorenzo (1). Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 6/20/2025. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/18/2025Berra v. State of Florida et al
2:25-cv-00495-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: The complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny any pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/18/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/18/2025Terrell v. Wendy et al
2:25-cv-00344-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER re: [1] Complaint. Plaintiff Allen Terrell Davis's Complaint (Doc. 1) is DISMISSED. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/18/2025Wood v. Racetrack LLC et al
2:25-cv-00327-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: This case is DISMISSED without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny any pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/18/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/18/2025USA v. Gutierrez-Juarez
2:25-cr-00056-SPC-NPM
ORDER denying [23] Motion for Bond as to Francisco Javier Gutierrez-Juarez (1) and ORDER OF DETENTION Pending Trial. Signed by Magistrate Judge Kyle C. Dudek on 6/18/2025. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/18/2025USA v. Lopez-Guerrerro
2:24-cr-00163-SPC-KCD
JUDGMENT as to Raul Lopez-Guerrero, Count 1, Imprisonment: 10 months; Supervised Release: Not imposed; Special Assessment: $100; Remand to the custody of the U.S. Marshal. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/18/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/18/2025USA v. Hernandez Ocampo
2:24-cr-00150-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Jose Hernandez Ocampo, Count 1, Imprisonment: 8 months; Supervised Release: Not imposed; Special Assessment: $100; Remand to the custody of the U.S. Marshal. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/18/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/17/2025Duarte v. Rivera et al
2:25-cv-00408-SPC-KCD
ORDER denying [16] Plaintiff's Motion for Exemption from Payment of PACER Fees. See Order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Kyle C. Dudek on 6/17/2025. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/16/2025Setts v. Anderson
2:25-cv-00521-SPC-NPM
ORDER ACCEPTING REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION - The report and recommendation, ECF No. [4], is accepted and adopted, over the Petitioner's objections, as this Court's opinion. This § 2241 petition is TRANSFERRED to the
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/16/2025Strenger v. RMC Consulting, Inc., et al
2:23-cv-01226-SPC-NPM
ORDER. We adopt the parties' agreement on expense-of-motion fees. (Doc. [62]). Attorney Jay Farrow is ordered to pay the defense a total of $2,000 in expense-of-motion fees in four monthly installments. See order for details. Signed by M
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/13/2025Wood v. Warden, Lee County Jail
2:25-cv-00496-SPC-KCD
OPINION AND ORDER re: [1] Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus. 1. Duane Michael Wood's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus Under 28 U.S.C. § 2241 (Doc. 1) is DISMISSED without prejudice. 2. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate all pendi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/13/2025Pauly et al v. Hartford Insurance Company of the Midwest
2:24-cv-00874-SPC-NPM
ORDER granting in part and denying in part [62] Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment. See Order for Details. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/13/2025. (LF)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/10/2025Akins v. Dixon et al
2:25-cv-00416-SPC-KCD
OPINION AND ORDER re: [10] MOTION for Reconsideration re [6] Order on Motion to Appoint Counsel, Order on Motion to Proceed In Forma Pauperis. Akins' objection to Judge Dudek's Order (Doc. 10) is OVERRULED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polst
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/09/2025Shue v. Sam's East, Inc. et al
2:25-cv-00486-SPC-NPM
ORDER. On or before June 23, 2025, Sam's East must SUPPLEMENT its Notice of Removal consistent with this Order. Failure to do so will result in remand without further notice. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/09/2025. (LF)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/09/2025James v. United States of America
2:25-cv-00419-SPC-KCD
OPINION AND ORDER re: [3] MOTION to Alter Judgment. If James disagrees with Judge Steele's adjudication of his claim, he may appeal that decision to the Eleventh Circuit. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/9/2025. (BGS)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/09/2025Curry v. Lee County Jails Core Building
2:25-cv-00361-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER re: [10] Complaint. Curry's #Plaintiff's Complaint# (Doc. 10) is DISMISSED without prejudice. Curry may file a third amended complaint--using the complaint form previously provided--by June 30, 2025. Other
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/09/2025Burno v. Lake Tech Institute of Public Safety et al
5:25-cv-00058-SPC-PRL
ORDER denying [15] Motion for Reconsideration / Clarification. Signed by Magistrate Judge Philip R. Lammens on 6/9/2025. (JWM)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/06/2025Luke et al v. Centurylink of Florida, Inc.
2:25-cv-00018-SPC-KCD
ORDER to obtain counsel. No later than June 20, 2025, Garrett must retain new counsel and have him or her file a notice of appearance in this case. If Garrett does not obtain counsel, he must, no later than June 20, 2025, file a notice with the C
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/06/2025Rosato v. Dixon et al
2:24-cv-00741-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER re: [27] MOTION to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim Plaintiff's AMENDED COMPLAINT [DE 25], [25] Amended Complaint. Defendants' Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff's Amended Complaint (Doc. 27) is granted. Ros
OPINION AND ORDER re: [27] MOTION to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim Plaintiff's AMENDED COMPLAINT [DE 25], [25] Amended Complaint. Defendants' Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff's Amended Complaint (Doc. 27) is granted. Ros
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/06/2025United States of America v. Morten
2:22-cv-00730-SPC-KCD
ORDER granting in part and denying in part [56] Motion for Protective Order; denying as moot [59] Motion for Protective Order; denying as moot [65] Motion to Stay. See Order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Kyle C. Dudek on 6/6/2025. (
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/05/2025USA v. Desgrange
2:23-cr-00074-SPC-KCD
ORDERED: Defendant Augustin Desgrange's Motion to Correct Credit for Time Served (Doc. [57]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/5/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/04/2025Davis et al v. Covington Specialty Insurance Company
2:24-cv-00434-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Plaintiff Stephanie Hines' claims against Defendant are DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate Stephanie Hines as a Plaintiff Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/4/2025. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/04/2025Stahlman v. Lane et al
5:23-cv-00272-SPC-PRL
OPINION AND ORDER re: [18] MOTION for Reconsideration re [16] Order. Plaintiff John David Stahlman's Motion Requesting Relief from an Order and Additional Relief (Doc. 18) is denied. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 6/4/2025. (BGS)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/03/2025USA v. Cain
2:25-cr-00002-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Antowan Jabaar Cain, Count 1, Dismissed on motion of the government.; Countd 2 and 3, Imprisonment: 144 months. Such term consists of an 84-month term as to Count Two and a 60-month term as to Count Three, terms to run consecutive
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/03/2025USA v. Witte
2:24-cr-00130-SPC-KCD
JUDGMENT as to Chrislene Witte, Counts 1-2, Imprisonment: 4 months, as to each count, all such terms to run concurrently; Supervised Release: 60 months, as to each count, all such terms to run concurrently; Home Detention: 4 months; Restitution:
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/03/2025Miller et al v. National Fire & Marine Insurance Company
2:24-cv-00822-SPC-NPM
ORDER granting [37] Defendant's motion to compel discovery and motion for sanctions. By June 23, 2025, Plaintiffs must produce the discovery sought in the motion and file a notice of compliance. Also by June 23, 2025, the Millers themselves m
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
06/03/2025United States of America v. Heller
2:22-cv-00516-SPC-KCD
AMENDED ORDER OF SALE re [41] Order on Motion for Order of Sale. See Order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Kyle C. Dudek on 6/3/2025. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell