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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
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
07/17/2026Vargas-Garcia v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02155-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Jose Luis Vargas-Garcia's petition for writ of habeas corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Vargas-Garcia within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/17/2026Kolmakov v. Krome North Service Processing Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02131-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Dmitrii Kolmakov's petition for writ of habeas corpus (Doc. [1]). Within seven days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Kolmakov for an individualized bond hearing before an immigratio
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/17/2026Fernandez Linares v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-02042-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Ronald Jesus Fernandez Linares'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 Polste
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/17/2026Edward v. Rodriguez et al
2:26-cv-00579-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER dismissing Dredon Deronte Edward's amended complaint (Doc. [16]). Edward must file a second amended complaint on or before August 17, 2026, if he wishes to proceed. If he does not timely comply, the Court will dismiss this
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/16/2026Sanchez Vasquez v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02091-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER dismissing as moot [1] Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus. The Clerk shall enter judgment and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/16/2026. (RKR)
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07/16/2026Salguero Portillo v. Glades County Detention Center (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02076-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting [1] Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus. Within 7 days, respondents shall either release Salguero Portillo or bring him before an immigration judge for a second bond hearing where the government must justify his contin
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/16/2026Wilson v. Rubiel
2:26-cv-01836-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER Wilson's Complaint [1] is DISMISSED without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/16/2026. (EJS)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/16/2026Robinson v. Lynch et al
2:26-cv-01825-SPC-NPM		ORDER Robinson's Complaint [1] is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/15/2026. (EJS) Mod
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/16/2026United States of America v. Rene
2:25-cv-01141-SPC-KRH		 DEFAULT JUDGMENT in favor of United States of America against Dacise Rene. Signed by Deputy Clerk on 7/16/2026. (RLD)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/16/2026USA v. Slawik
2:25-cr-00023-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: The United States' Unopposed Motion for an Order to Deposit Funds and Disburse (Doc. [131]) is GRANTED. The Clerk of Court is DIRECTED to accept Defendant's prejudgment payments and hold them in the Court Registry until a judgm
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07/15/2026Barrioz Gonzalez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01848-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Reynaldo Barrios Gonzalez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Barrios Gonzalez within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall give him telephone access so he may arrange
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/15/2026United States of America v. Rene
2:25-cv-01141-SPC-KRH		 ORDER granting [12] Plaintiff United States of America's Motion for Default Judgment. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment accordingly and CLOSE this case, as stated in the Order. Signed by Magistrate Judge Kevin R. Huguelet on 7/15/2026
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/14/2026Forest v. Warden Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02117-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Emmanuelpeter Forest's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Forest within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the detention facility
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/14/2026Ramiro Monteagudo v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-01785-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Rolando Romiro Monteagudo's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondent shall release Monteagudo within 24 hours of this Order and provide him telephone access so he can arrange his transportat
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/14/2026Walton et al v. Rosenbach et al
2:18-cv-00818-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Plaintiffs United States of America and Relators' Unopposed Motion for Order of Dismissal Pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. Rule 41(a)(2) and This Court's June 26, 2026, Order (Doc. [74]) is GRANTED. The Court DISMISSES without preju
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/13/2026Sanchez Valde v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02106-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Kiame Signey Sanchez Valdez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondent shall release Sanchez Valdez within 24 hours of this Order and provide him telephone access so he can arrange his trans
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/13/2026Rasouli v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02105-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Sardar Rasuoli's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The respondents shall release Rasuoli within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from the detenti
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/13/2026Condecore v. US Attorney General et al (Dade County)
2:26-cv-01704-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER. The government's Motion for Reconsideration of July 6, 2026 Order (Doc. [24]) is GRANTED. The Court SETS ASIDE its June 6, 2026 Opinion and Order (Doc. [23]). ICE can detain Condecore for the purposes of executing his remov
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07/13/2026USA v. Santizo-Hernandez
2:26-cr-00113-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Nicolas Santizo-Hernandez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/13/2026. (AEH)
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07/11/2026Drink LMNT, Inc v ELMNT, LLC
2:25-cv-01018-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Plaintiff's Objection to Magistrate Judge's Order Denying Request for Jurisdictional Discovery (Doc. [64]) is OVERRULED. The Court AFFIRMS the Discovery Order (Doc. [37]). Plaintiff's Objection to Magistrate Judge's Or
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/11/2026USA v. O'Brien
2:25-cr-00167-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: The United States' Unopposed Motion for an Order to Deposit Funds and Disburse (Doc. [59]) is GRANTED. See order for additional directives. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/10/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/11/2026USA v. Adducci
2:25-cr-00131-SPC-NPM		 SECOND AMENDED JUDGMENT as to John James Adducci (1), Count(s) 1, 1s-2s, Dismissed on motion of the government.; Count(s) 1ss, 2ss, IMPRISONMENT: 144 months, as to Count 1 and Count 2, terms to run concurrently; SUPERVISED RELEASE: Lifetime, as
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/11/2026Raiten v. Korunda Medical, LLC
2:19-cv-00028-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Plaintiff/Counterclaim-Defendant Dr. Joshu Raiten's motion to dismiss the amended counterclaim (Doc. [65]) is GRANTED. Defendants/Counter-Claim Plaintiffs Korunda Medical, LLC and Dr. Korunda's Counterclaim (Doc. [62]) is DISMI
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/10/2026USA v. Santizo-Hernandez
2:26-cr-00113-SPC-KRH		 ORDER allowing interpreter to bring electronic equipment. Signed by District Judge Kyle C. Dudek on 7/10/2026. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/10/2026Hinojosa Garcia v. Secretary, Department of Homeland Security et al
2:25-cv-00879-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER. Jose Rafael Hinojosa Garcia's Motion on Entitlement to Attorneys' Fees (Doc. [23]) is denied. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/10/2026. (SAP)
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07/09/2026Palmer v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-01880-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Dorren Lloyd Palmer's Emergency Motion Challenging Noncompliant Bond Hearings, to Enforce Judgment, and for Immediate Release (Doc. [9]) is granted. The respondents shall release Palmer within 12 hours of this Order and gi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/09/2026Luthmann v. United States Department of Justice
2:26-cv-00666-SPC-NPM		ORDER of recusal. Judge Huguelet DISQUALIFIES himself from these proceedings under § 455(a) and in the interest of justice. The Clerk is directed to REASSIGN this case to another Magistrate Judge in the Fort Myers Division. Signed by Magistra
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/09/2026Hall v. Clark et al
2:25-cv-01129-SPC-KRH		Plaintiff Wendall Hall's Motion for Emergency Order (Doc. [2]) is denied. The defendants have answered the complaint, and the discovery period of this case is underway. The Court will consider Hall's claims in due course. Signed by Judge
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/08/2026Alcon Lopez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-02073-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Victor Alcon Lopez'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 the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/08/2026Salomon Leyva v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South et al
2:26-cv-02054-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Manuel Salomon Leyva'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
07/08/2026Palazuelos Velasco v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-02053-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Alfredo Palazuelos Velasco'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
07/08/2026Custom Compounding LLC v. Emcyte Corporation
2:26-cv-00727-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendant's Motion for Clarification (Doc. [73]) is GRANTED. On or before July 15, 2026, Plaintiff must file a notice indicating it has provided Defendant with a list of its independent clients as contemplated in the preliminary inju
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/08/2026USA v. Boston
2:23-cr-00073-SPC-K_D		 ORDER granting (Doc. [51]) Unopposed Motion for Early Termination of Probation as to Ny'Kerria Brandice Boston (1). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/8/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026Lefranc v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-02072-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Pierre P. Lefranc'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
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026Guilarte Rodriguez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02041-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Manuel Guilarte Rodriguez'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
07/07/2026Hernandez Garcia v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02065-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Ronal Hernandez Garcia'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 Hernandez Garcia for an individualized bond heari
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026Faxas Gregory v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-02040-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Juan Carlos Faxas Gregory's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Because t
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026USA v. Pedro-Francisco
2:26-cr-00142-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Salatiel Pedro-Francisco (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/7/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026USA v. Itzep-Itzep
2:26-cr-00127-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Bernabe Sebastian Itzep-Itzep (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100 Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/7/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026USA v. Gomez-Pablo
2:26-cr-00125-SPC		 JUDGMENT as to Juan Gomez-Pablo (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/7/2026. (AEH) (Main Document 33 replaced on 7
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07/07/2026USA v. Pelico-Vicente
2:26-cr-00126-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Herminio Pelico-Vicente (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/7/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026USA v. Hernandez-Gonzalez
2:26-cr-00107-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Josabad Hernandez-Gonzalez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 10 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/7/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026USA v. Hernandez
2:25-cr-00206-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Luis Emilio Hernandez (1), Count(s) 1-2, 3-8, IMPRISONMENT: 48 months, such term consists of a 48-month term as to Counts 1-8, all such terms to run concurrently; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months, such term consists of a 36-month ter
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026Herman v. Wright National Flood Insurance Company
2:24-cv-00932-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: This action is DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE for failure to prosecute. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending deadlines, deny all pending motions as moot, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 7/7/2026. (A
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/07/2026USA v. Syfrett
2:23-cr-00051-SPC-K_D		 ORDERED. The United States Marshals Service TRANSPORT Defendant Cody Ray Syfrett to the federal courthouse in Fort Myers, Florida by 9:00 am on July 20, 2026, to attend the resentencing hearing in his case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/06/2026Entrago Martinez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-01991-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Eladio Juan Entrago Martinez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Becau
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/06/2026Condecore v. US Attorney General et al (Dade County)
2:26-cv-01704-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Petitioner Conroy Condecore's motions (Docs. [17] and [18]) are GRANTED. The respondents shall release Condecore within 12 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the facility by notifying hi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
07/06/2026Nolan et al v. Scottsdale Insurance Company
2:26-cv-00148-SPC-NPM		ORDER. The Plaintiffs' motion to compel appraisal (Doc. [16]) is granted. The parties must file a joint notice identifying the members of the appraisal panel by August 3, 2026. The appraisal process must be completed by December 4, 2026, and
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell