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08/18/2026Escobar Cordero v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02306-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Marco Antonio Escobar Cordero's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). 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
08/18/2026Masier v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02294-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting in part Morfy Guillermo Masier's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Guillermo Masier for an individualized bond hearing
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/18/2026Diemphene v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02221-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Maleus Diemphene's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/18/2026USA v. Pascual-Perez
2:26-cr-00178-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Andres Pascual-Perez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/18/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/18/2026USA v. Mendoza-Carrera
2:26-cr-00169-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Isaid Mendoza-Carrera (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/18/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/18/2026USA v. Ramirez-Soto
2:26-cr-00138-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Luis Antonio Ramirez-Soto (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 6 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/18/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/18/2026Ramirez Socorro v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-00826-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Within seven days, the government must file either (1) supplemental evidence establishing the factual basis for Parra's decision that Ramirez Socorro should be detained to protect the public, or (2) certification that Rami
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/18/2026USA v. Ferreira
2:26-cr-00084-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Jonathan Ferreira (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 37 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/18/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/18/2026USA v. Castaneda-Castaneda
2:26-cr-00058-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Porfirio Castaneda-Castaneda (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 6 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/18/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/18/2026Skye Energy Ventures LLC v. Hollander et al
2:25-cv-00274-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Judge Huguelet's Report and Recommendation (Doc. [50]) is ACCEPTED and ADOPTED, and the findings incorporated herein. Defendants' Motion for Attorney's Fees (Doc. [47]) is GRANTED in part and DENIED in part. The Court awar
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/17/2026Rodriguez Pascacio v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-02345-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Roberto Carlos Rodriguez Pascacio's Petition for a Writ of Habeas Corpus Under 28 U.S.C. § 2241 (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/17/2026USA v. Bartolome-Nicolas
2:26-cr-00115-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Nicolas Bartolome-Nicolas (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 10 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/14/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/17/2026Hall v. Masters et al
2:23-cv-00105-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying plaintiff Wendall Hall's Urgent Motion for Order (Doc. [113]), Objections to Magistrate Report and Motion for Urgent Order (Doc. [117]), Objections to Magistrate Order and #or# Supplemental Urgent Motion for Order (Do
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/14/2026In re: Vernon Ballad Parsons, III
2:26-cv-02348-SPC		 ORDER. The Notice of Appeal (Doc. 1) is construed as a motion for leave to appeal and DENIED. The Clerk shall close the appeal and transmit a copy of this Opinion and Order to the Bankruptcy Court forthwith. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappel
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/14/2026Pletkus v. Saletis
2:26-cv-01209-SPC-NPM		 ORDER. Petitioner Sarunas Pletkus' Motion for Determination of Entitlement to Attorneys' Fees and Costs (Doc. [54]) is DENIED without prejudice. Petitioner may file a renewed motion (if appropriate) within twenty-one days after the Elev
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/14/2026USA v. Cruz
2:26-cr-00019-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Miguel Angel Cruz (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 51 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/14/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/14/2026Fleming v. Allen et al
2:25-cv-01154-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendants' Motions to Dismiss (Docs. [17], [25]) are GRANTED. The second amended complaint is DISMISSED without prejudice as an impermissible shotgun pleading. Counts II and X are DISMISSED with prejudice. The Collier County Sher
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/14/2026Rendziperis et al v. Ravenna at Pelican Marsh Commons Associations, Inc. et al
2:25-cv-01027-SPC-KRH		OPINION and ORDER granting [64] Defendants' Motion to Dismiss. The Second Amended Complaint (Doc. 60) is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment for Defendants, deny all pending motions as moot, terminate any deadl
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/14/2026H.C.R. et al v. Noem et al
2:25-cv-00747-SPC-NPM		 ORDER. This case is DISMISSED without prejudice as moot. The Clerk is DIRECTED to lift the stay, enter judgment accordingly, deny all pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026USA v. Meyer
2:92-cr-00135-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting (Doc. [124]), the Superseding Indictment is dismissed against Defendant Humberto Meyer, in the above-captioned case. The Clerk of Court is directed to close the case as to Defendant Humberto Meyer. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Ch
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026Mejias Tellez v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-02269-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Carlos Enrique Mejias Tellez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Mejias Tellez from custody within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange t
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026Gallegos Pena v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02262-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Emmanuel Jesus Gallegos Pena's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Gallegos Pena within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026Ceto Minera v. Blanche, et al. (Collier)
2:26-cv-02159-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Pedro Samual Ceto Minera's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chap
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026USA v. Bethea
2:26-cr-00147-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: The Unites States' Motion for Preliminary Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [33]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/12/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026USA v. Davis
2:26-cr-00159-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: The Unites States' Motion for Preliminary Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [39]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/12/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026Pletkus v. Saletis
2:26-cv-01209-SPC-NPM		 ORDER denying Respondent's Second Amended Emergency Motion to Stay Order of Return Pending Appeal, or for Temporary Administrative Stay (Doc. [51]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/12/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026Guevara v. warden Florida Soft Side South (Alligator Alcatraz) et al
2:26-cv-01193-SPC-DNF		 ORDER denying as moot Ricardo Arlia Guevara's Motion for Reconsideration (Doc. [17]), Request for Oral Argument (Doc. [18]), and Motion for Expedited Treatment (Doc. [19]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/12/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026USA v. Ford
2:25-cr-00237-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to James Gregory Ford (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 180 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 360 months; RESTITUTION: deferred until November 2, 2026 - Defendant WAIVES appearance at hearing; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00.; Count(s) 2, Di
ORDERED: The United States' Motion for Final Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [65]) isGRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/12/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/12/2026Rebholz et al v. AIG Property Casualty Company
2:25-cv-00204-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER granting in part and denying in part Defendant's [67] Motion in Limine. See Opinion and Order for details. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/12/2026. (BCW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026Perez Garay v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02252-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Daniel Perez Garay's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell o
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026Rodriguez Pupo v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02251-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Alejandro Lazano Rodriguez Pupo's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polst
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026Malique Rose v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02248-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Neshadd Joshua Malique Rose's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster C
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026Hernandez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02055-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Yorbelys Lara Hernandez Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026USA v. Guzman-Garrido
2:26-cr-00174-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Mauro Guzman-Garrido (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/11/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026USA v. Lopez-Aguilar
2:26-cr-00170-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Mario Lopez-Aguilar (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/11/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026Marcelus Bens v. National Credit Systems, Inc.
2:26-cv-00438-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER granting Defendant's [19] Motion to Dismiss. The Complaint is DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. Plaintiff may file an Amended Complaint on or before August 25, 2026. Failure to comply with this Order may result in the case being
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026Crawford v. Prummell et al
2:26-cv-00117-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Plaintiff's amended complaint (Doc. [95]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. On or before August 20, 2026, Plaintiff must file an amended complaint that corrects the deficiencies outlined above. Failure to comply may result in the Cou
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026USA v. O'Brien
2:25-cr-00167-SPC-KRH		 AMENDED JUDGMENT as to James Joseph O'Brien (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months with 24 months of home confinement; RESTITUTION: $145,225.80; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00.; Count(s) 2, Dismisse
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/11/2026USA v. Campbell
2:20-cr-00116-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendant Dontrell Campbell's Amended Unopposed Motion for Early Termination of Supervised Release (Doc. [89]) is GRANTED. Defendant's term of supervised release shall terminate on August 15, 2026. Signed by Judge Sheri Polste
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/10/2026Cole v. Hallman et al
2:26-cv-02283-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER dismissing Jeffrey A. Cole's Complaint (Doc. [1]) without prejudice. Cole may file an amended complaint by 8/28/2026. Otherwise, the Court will enter judgment and close this case without further notice. Signed by Judge Sher
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/10/2026Godinez Hernandez v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02247-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting in part Richard Willman Godinez Hernandez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Godinez Hernandez for an individualized b
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/10/2026Vides Rodriguez v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02233-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Wilson Dagoberto Vides Rodriguez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Pols
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/10/2026Ferrer Gonzalez v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02185-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Jorge Luis Ferrer Gonzalez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Ch
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/10/2026Cedeno v. Lee County Sheriff's Department et al
2:26-cv-00616-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Plaintiff's Rule 60 Motion for Relief from Judgment (Doc. [22]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/10/2026. (JMM)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/10/2026Nadig v. San Carlos Estates Water Control District
2:25-cv-00138-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment (Doc. [53]) is GRANTED. The Court grants summary judgment in Defendant's favor as to counts I and II. The Court declines to exercise supplemental jurisdiction over count III. Count III
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/07/2026Pletkus v. Saletis
2:26-cv-01209-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. 1. Petitioner Sarunas Pletkus' Verified Petition for Return of Minor Child to Lithuania (Doc. 1) is GRANTED. 2. Petitioner's ore tenus motion for judgment as a matter of law is DENIED as moot. 3. On or before August 1
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/06/2026Escalante Salazar v. United States Department of Homeland Security et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02224-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting in part Lorvin Javier Escalante Salazar's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Escalante Salazar for an individualized bon
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/06/2026Mendoza-Patino v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02153-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Mendoza-Patino's Amended Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [4]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappe
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/06/2026USA v. Delgado-Diaz
2:26-cr-00109-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Ramiro Delgado-Diaz (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/6/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/06/2026Domoracki et al v. QBE Specialty Insurance Company
2:25-cv-00170-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment (Doc. [55]) is GRANTED. Plaintiffs' Motion for Partial Summary Judgment (Doc. [48]) is DENIED in part and DENIED as moot in part. Defendant's Motion to Preclude Plaintiffs from Argu
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/05/2026Gonzalez-Pereda v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-02215-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting in part Jose Carlos Gonzalez-Pereda's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Gonzalez-Pereda for an individualized bond hear
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/05/2026Marquez Palencia v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02210-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Hector Manuel Marquez Palencia's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Marquez Palencia and give him telephone access so he can facilitate his tr
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/05/2026USA v. Us-Imul
2:26-cr-00166-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Domingo Us-Imul (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/5/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/05/2026USA v. Benitez-Quintanilla
2:26-cr-00148-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Jose Darwin Benitez-Quintanilla (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/5/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/05/2026USA v. Ramirez-Lopez
2:26-cr-00068-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Juan Carlos Ramirez-Lopez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 14 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/5/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/05/2026USA v. O'Brien
2:25-cr-00167-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to James Joseph O'Brien (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: not imposed; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months with 24 months of home confinement; RESTITUTION: $145,225.80; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00.; Count(s) 2, Dismissed on mot
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/05/2026Ohio Security Insurance Company v. Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc. et al
2:25-cv-00581-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting [47] Ohio Security's Motion for Summary Judgment as the Court declares that Candu is an additional insured under Harbor Freight's policy; the Everest Policy is primary and Ohio Security is excess coverage; Har
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/04/2026Hernandez Munoz v. Ripa et al
2:26-cv-02198-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Freddy Hernandez Munoz's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Hernandez Munoz and facilitate his transportation from the detention facility by n
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/04/2026Rodriguez Castro v. Hardin et al
2:26-cv-02171-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting in part Billy Rodriguez Castro's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Rodriguez Castro for an individualized bond hearing
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/04/2026Fernandez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01674-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Rene Alba Fernandez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. 1) remains under advisement. Within 30 days of this Order, ICE shall conduct a custody review to determine whether Alba Fernandez poses a danger to the communi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/03/2026Villasmil-Esparza v. Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02209-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Ricardo Villasmil-Esparza's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. 1) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Villasmil-Esparza within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the facil
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/03/2026Benitez-Garrido v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South et al
2:26-cv-01257-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. The respondents shall release Benitez-Garrido within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall give him telephone access so he may arrange transportation from the facility. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate the pending motions an
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/03/2026Skye Energy Ventures LLC v. Hollander et al
2:25-cv-00274-SPC-KRH		REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS. Recommended that Defendants' Motion for Attorney's Fees (Doc. [47]) be GRANTED and DENIED in part. The Court should arrive at a lodestar amount of $16,360 in attorney's fees payable to Defendants. Si
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/31/2026Vock v. Jackson et al
2:26-cv-02181-SPC-KRH		 ORDER. 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 7/31/2026. (SEJ)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/31/2026Laborde Casallas v. Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02137-SPC-KRH		AMENDED OPINION AND ORDER. Marcos Antonio Laborde Casallas's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED in part. Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Laborde Casallas for an individu
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/31/2026Ramirez Rodriguez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Facility et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-01823-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Lisbel Ramirez Rodriguez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. 1) remains under advisement. Within 30 days of this Order, ICE shall conduct a custody review to determine whether Ramirez Rodriguez poses a danger to the
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/31/2026Vugler v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01590-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Alexander Vugler's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. 1) remains under advisement. Within 30 days of this Order, ICE shall conduct a custody review to determine whether Vugler poses a danger to the community sufficie
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/30/2026Carrillo Gonzalez v. Warden, Krome North Service Processing Center et al
2:26-cv-02261-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Under 28 U.S.C. § 1631 this case is TRANSFERRED to the Miami Division of the Southern District of Florida for all further proceedings. The Clerk is DIRECTED to forward the file to that Division, deny any motions as moot, t
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/30/2026Fleites v. Krome North Service Processing Center et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-02036-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Pablo Daniel Quinones Fleites's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. Within 24 hours of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall release Quinones Fleites from custody and facilitate his transporta
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/30/2026Phillips & Jordan, Inc. v. Ironshore Specialty Insurance Company et al
2:25-cv-01044-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER. Defendants' motion to dismiss the second amended complaint (Doc. [54]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/30/2026. (SAP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/29/2026Clark v. Pacheco et al
2:26-cv-02227-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: This action is REMANDED to the Twentieth Judicial Circuit in and for Lee County Florida. The Clerk is DIRECTED to transmit a certified copy of this Order to the Clerk of the Twentieth Judicial Circuit in and for Lee County, Florida with r
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/29/2026Maxeau v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02184-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. George Maxeau's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED in part. Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Maxeau for an individualized bond hearing before an immigr
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/29/2026USA v. Ultes
2:23-cr-00036-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Defendant Russell Ultes' Motion for Early Termination of Supervised Release (Doc. [56]) is GRANTED. Defendant's term of supervised release shall terminate on August 15, 2026. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/29/202
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/28/2026Laborde Casallas v. Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02137-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Marcos Antonio Laborde Casallas's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED in part. Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Laborde Casallas for an individualized b
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/28/2026Durand Crespo v. Walker et al
2:26-cv-01966-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Jimmie Angel Durand-Crespo's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Durand-Crespo within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the facili
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/28/2026Montero Cavalett v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-01797-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Alain Montero Lavalett's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondent shall release Montero Lavalett within 24 hours of this Order and provide him telephone access so he can arrange his transpor
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/28/2026Snyder v. Vulicevic
2:25-cv-00984-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Plaintiff's 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 7/28/2026. (JMM)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/28/2026Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America v. Hemmer Construction, Inc. et al
2:25-cv-00934-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Plaintiff's Motion for Preliminary Injunction (Doc. [35]) is GRANTED. See Order for details. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/28/2026. (JMM)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/28/2026Sheets v. Prummell et al
2:24-cv-00943-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment (Doc. [135]) is GRANTED. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment for Defendant and against Plaintiff, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/28
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Dillon v. City of Jacksonville Beach et al
2:26-cv-01936-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER granting Defendant City of Jacksonville Beach's [31] Motion to Transfer Venue. The Clerk is directed to transfer this case to the Jacksonville Division of the Middle District of Florida for all further proceedings. The Cler
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Nodal-Garmas v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01827-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Rigoberto Nodal-Garmas's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Nodal-Garmas within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall give him telephone access so he may arrange transp
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Dominguez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al. (Collier)
2:26-cv-01776-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Franklin Gonzalez Dominguez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Gonzalez Dominguez within 24 hours of this Order give him telephone access so he can arrange transportat
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Nguyen v. Mullin et al
2:26-cv-01723-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Hung Thai Nguyen's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Nguyen within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the facility by notifying h
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Rodriguez Morales v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01692-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Ricardo Rodriguez Morales's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Rodriguez Morales within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transporta
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Rodriguez-Cordnius v. Mullin et al
2:26-cv-01699-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Yudisnel Rodriguez-Cordnius' Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Rodriguez-Cordnius within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the f
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026USA v. Jacobo Jacobo
2:26-cr-00134-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: The Unites States' Motion for Preliminary Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [39]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/27/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Rued et al v. Harris et al
2:26-cv-01060-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER denying [29] Motion for Temporary Restraining Order; denying without prejudice [29] Motion for Preliminary Injunction. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/27/2026. (RKR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026USA v. Stokes, Jr.
2:25-cr-00254-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: The United States' Motion for Final Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [51]) isGRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/27/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026USA v. Belmer
2:25-cr-00257-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: The Unites States' Motion for Preliminary Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [65]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/27/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Stewart v. The Standard Fire Insurance Company
5:25-cv-00667-SPC-PRL		 ORDER denying [34] Plaintiff's Amended Motion for Clerk's Default as to Defendant State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company; and denying as moot [36] Defendant State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company's Motion for Exte
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026McCafferty v. Kenzi Kare Group Home I & II, LLC et al
2:25-cv-00519-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting [103] Motion to Dismiss as to Counts III and IV; granting [104] Motion to Dismiss as to Counts I and II. Counts I, II, III, and IV of the [97] Amended Complaint are dismissed with prejudice. The Court declines to ma
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/27/2026Elite-Weiler Pools, Inc. v. Arch Insurance Company et al
2:23-cv-01022-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER. Plaintiff's Motion to Lift the Stay to Confirm Arbitration Award and Enter Final Judgment (Doc. [27]) is GRANTED. The Stay is lifted. The Clerk is DIRECTED to remove the stay flag. The final arbitration award is CONFIRMED.
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/24/2026Ramos Moreno v. Field Office Director, Ripa Garret, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Collier)
2:26-cv-01541-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Adrian Ramos Moreno's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Ramos Moreno within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the facility by no
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/24/2026Nelson v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01419-SPC-DNF		 OPINION AND ORDER. Wilson Nelson's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Nelson within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from the facility.
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/24/2026Tyne v. SAI Fort Myers B, LLC et al
2:26-cv-01133-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER granting in part and denying in part [5] Motion to Dismiss. Counts I, II, and IV are dismissed without prejudice; Count V is dismissed without prejudice as to BMW Fort Myers; the motion is denied as to Count III. Signed by Jud
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/24/2026Sheets v. Charlotte County et al
2:24-cv-00958-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER granting [136] Motion to Amend Nunc Pro Tunc; granting [130] Motion to Dismiss; granting [131] Motion to Dismiss. Counts 1-3 are dismissed with prejudice. The Clerk shall enter judgment and close the file. Signed by Judge S
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/24/2026The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company v. Cross et al
2:23-cv-00851-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying without prejudice [169] Defendant's Motion for Attorney Fees. Defendant may file a renewed motion (if appropriate) within twenty-one days after the Eleventh Circuit issues a mandate on the pending appeal. Signed by Judge Sheri
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/24/2026Gunton v. Lofquist et al
2:23-cv-00321-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Plaintiff Douglas W. Gunton's Objection to United States Magistrate Judge Kevin R. Huguelet's Order (Doc. [174]) is OVERRULED. Judge Huguelet's Order (Doc. [170]) is AFFIRMED in full. Signed by Judge Sheri Polste
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Urbay v. Mullin et al (Collier)
2:26-cv-01406-SPC-DNF		 OPINION AND ORDER. Onofre Urbay's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Urbay within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the facility by notifying his co
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Morales Montesino v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01341-SPC-DNF		 OPINION AND ORDER. Jesus Morales Montesino's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Morales Montesino within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access to he can arrange transportati
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Chavez v. Mordant et al
2:26-cv-01233-SPC-DNF		 OPINION AND ORDER. Jorge Luis Valido Chavez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Valido Chavez within 24 hours of this Order and facilitate his transportation from the detention facility b
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Litt v. Mullin et al
2:26-cv-01176-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Alexander Litt's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Litt within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the facility by notifying his c
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Chau v. Warden Florida South Side Detention Center et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-00928-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Quoc Kinh Chau's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is DENIED. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Gonzalez v. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Collier County)
2:26-cv-00871-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Luis Mario Gonzalez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) remains under advisement. Within 30 days of this Order, ICE shall conduct a custody review to determine whether Gonzalez poses a danger to the community s
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Ramirez Socorro v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-00826-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Raul Ramirez Socorro's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) remains under advisement. Within 30 days of this Order, ICE shall conduct a custody review to determine whether Ramirez Socorro poses a danger to the com
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Viset-Kinet v. Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-00820-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Sadiel Viset-Kinet's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED to the extent set forth in this Order. Respondents shall release Viset-Kinet within 24 hours of this Order and facilitate his transportation fro
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Rondon Morejon v. Florida Soft Side South (Collier County)
2:26-cv-00720-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Frank Lemus Rondon Morejon's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is DENIED. 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
07/23/2026Mendez-Mojena v. Noem et al
2:26-cv-00491-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Manuel Mendez-Mojena's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Mendez-Mojena within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the facility by
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/23/2026Portes et al v. Pacific Life Insurance Company et al
2:26-cv-00457-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendants' Motions to Dismiss (Docs. [16], [31]) are GRANTED. Plaintiffs' complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment for Defendants, deny all pending motions as moot, terminate an
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/22/2026Boatman et al v. David Austin Dunkerley, Esq. et al
2:26-cv-02007-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Plaintiff Rayvon Boatman's Complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment for Defendants and against Plaintiff, terminate all pending motions and deadlines, and close this case
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/22/2026Perez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al. (Collier)
2:26-cv-02028-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Javier Perez's petition for writ of habeas corpus (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice as premature. The Clerk of Court is directed to terminate any pending motions, close this case, and enter judgment accordingly. Si
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/22/2026Pepper et al v. Progressive American Insurance Company
2:26-cv-01645-SPC-KRH		ORDERED. Plaintiffs Amy Pepper and Bernard Pepper's Motion to Remand (Doc. [11]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/22/2026. (SAP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/22/2026USA v. Reyes
2:26-cr-00139-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Pedro Montero Reyes (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/21/2026. (AEH) (Main Document 34 replaced o
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/22/2026USA v. Velasquez-Munguia
2:26-cr-00122-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Edith Jocelyn Velasquez-Munguia (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/21/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/22/2026USA v. Ramos-Tomas
2:26-cr-00087-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Edilio Jose Ramos-Tomas (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/21/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/22/2026USA v. Howard
2:26-cr-00046-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Raymond Leon Howard (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 36 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/21/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/22/2026USA v. Bakogiannis
2:22-cr-00071-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendant Charles Bakogiannis' pro se Motion for Early Discharge from Probation (Doc. [85]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/22/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Mota Tepozotlan v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02160-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Jose Mota Tepozotlan's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is DENIED. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chapp
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Alvarez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al. (Collier)
2:26-cv-02027-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER. Esbay Rodriguez Alvarez's Motion to Determine Compliance with the Court's June 25, 2026 Judgment (Doc. [13]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/21/2026. (SAP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Alswaf v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01960-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Petitioner Mohammed Zeyad Alswaf's petition for writ of habeas corpus (Doc. [1]) is DENIED. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions, close this case, and enter judgment accordingly. Signed by Judge Sheri Pol
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Szeliga v. Naples Community Hospital, Inc.
2:26-cv-01913-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER. Plaintiff Silvia Szeliga's Motion to Remand (Doc. [15]) is GRANTED. Count I of the Amended Complaint (Doc. [2]) is SEVERED from this action. The remaining counts shall remain before the undersigned. The Clerk is directed t
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Fuentez Munoz v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-01470-SPC-DNF		 OPINION AND ORDER. Fernando Fuertes Munoz's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED to the extent set forth in this order. Within TEN DAYS of this Order, Respondents shall either release Fuertes Munoz or bring him before an
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Stewart v. The Standard Fire Insurance Company
5:25-cv-00667-SPC-PRL		 ORDER denying without prejudice [32] Plaintiff's Motion for Clerk's Default as to Defendant State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company. On or before August 20, 2026, Plaintiff may re-serve Defendant State Farm Mutual Automobile Ins
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Smith v. GetMeHealthCare, LLC et al
5:25-cv-00568-SPC-PRL		OPINION AND ORDER. Plaintiff/Counterclaim-Defendant Keneisha Smith's motion to dismiss Defendant/Counterclaim-Plaintiff GetMeHealthCare, LLC's counterclaim (Doc. [20]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/21/2026. (SAP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Osceola et al v. Forsyth et al
2:24-cv-01131-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Defendants' Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [40]) is GRANTED. Plaintiffs' second amended complaint (Doc. [37]) is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment for Defendants, deny all pending motions as moot, termin
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/21/2026Heard v. Hughes et al
2:24-cv-00872-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Defendant Sgt. Gregory Hughes's motion to compel (Doc. [41]) is GRANTED. Within 21 days of this Order, Plaintiff Marquis Ezekiel Heard shall execute a medical authorization form DC4-711B, to cover records in boxes #A&
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/20/2026Teran Rivas v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02114-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Cesar Augusto Teran Rivas' Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED to the extent set forth in this Order. Within TEN DAYS, Respondents shall either provide Teran Rivas with the statutory process required
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/20/2026Giviyevich Tukhasvili v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01524-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Ruslan Giviyevich Tukhashvili's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. Respondents shall release Tukhashvili within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the detention
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/20/2026Nicaisse v. ICE South Florida Detention Facility (Collier County)
2:26-cv-01526-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Lyndon Nicaisse's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Nicaisse within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall give him telephone access so he may arrange transportation fr
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/20/2026Cebreco Herrera v. Warden, Alligator Detention Center, Ochopee, FL (Collier County)
2:26-cv-00458-SPC-DNF		OPINION AND ORDER. Respondents' Motion for Reconsideration (Doc. [9]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/20/2026. (SAP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/20/2026Jarrell v. Truist Financial Corporation
5:26-cv-00039-SPC-PRL		 ORDER granting [25] Defendant's Amended Motion to Compel Arbitration and to Stay Case; and denying as moot [17] Defendant's Motion to Compel Arbitration and to Stay Case. The parties shall submit all claims to binding arbitration in ac
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/20/2026Kim Xi Legacy Enterprise LLC v. Richardson
2:24-cv-01053-SPC-KRH		 ORDER granting in part and denying in part [46] Defendant's Motion to Compel Discovery. Signed by Magistrate Judge Kevin R. Huguelet on 7/20/2026. (TMA)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell