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01/23/2026Roberts v. Gonzalez
2:26-cv-00082-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing plaintiff Jerrell Roberts' Complaint (Doc. [1]) without prejudice for failure to state a claim. The Clerk is DIRECTED to send Roberts a blank civil-rights complaint form. Roberts may use the form to file an amend
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/23/2026USA v. Munoz
2:25-cr-00027-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Felipe Munoz (1), Count(s) 1, 2, IMPRISONMENT: 15 months, as to each count, counts to run concurrently; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 12 months, as to each count, counts to run concurrently; RESTITUTION: $412,993.49; FORFEITURE: final
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/22/2026Roberts v. Secretary, Department of Corrections (De Soto)
2:26-cv-00093-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing this action 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 1/22/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/22/2026Garcia v. Ripa et al
2:26-cv-00042-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER granting Rene Garcia'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 1/22
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/22/2026Oakes Farms Inc. et al v. Veneziano et al
2:25-cv-01126-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Plaintiffs' Motion to Remand (Doc. [8]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/22/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/22/2026Harmatz v. County of Charlotte, Florida et al
2:25-cv-00342-SPC-DNF
ORDERED: Defendants' Motion to Dismiss (Docs. [23], [24], [25], and [58]) are GRANTED. Plaintiff's Amended Complaint (Doc. [21]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate Charlotte County Animal Control and Charl
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/21/2026Reddick v. Warden, Lee County Jail Core Facility (Lee County)
2:26-cv-00071-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing Bryon Reddick's petition for writ of habeas corpus (Doc. [1]) without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate all pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Po
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/21/2026Moncada v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-00006-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing Walver Daniel Vilorio Moncada's Amended Petition for a Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [8]) without prejudice and with leave to amend. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/21/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/21/2026USA v. Carnegie
2:17-cr-00082-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Defendant Tory Carnegie's Unopposed Motion for Early Termination Supervised Release (Doc. [153]) is GRANTED. Defendant's term of supervised release shall terminate on February 3, 2026. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/20/2026Munoz Avendano v. Warden of Florida Soft Side South et al (Collier)
2:25-cv-01221-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER granting Edgar Munoz Avendano'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 Chappel
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/20/2026Kenney et al v. Goetz et al
2:25-cv-00786-SPC-DNF
ORDER granting [18] Defendants Matthew Goetz and the Collier County Sheriff's Office's Motion to Dismiss. Goetz and the Collier County Sheriff's Office are DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate them as defen
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/20/2026Sheets v. Gorman et al
2:25-cv-00583-SPC-DNF
ORDER denying [7] Plaintiff Andrew Sheets' Motion for Relief from Judgment Under Fed. R. Civ. P. 60(b)(1) and (6). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/20/2026. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/20/2026Sheets v. Woelk et al
2:25-cv-00578-SPC-NPM
ORDER denying [6] Plaintiff Andrew Sheets' Motion for Relief from Judgment. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/20/2026. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/19/2026Perez v. Walker et al
2:26-cv-00009-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER granting Raul Perez'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 1/19/
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/16/2026Rellim Contracting, LLC v. Kinsale Insurance Company
2:25-cv-01042-SPC-NPM
ORDER denying [18] Plaintiffs' Motion to Remand to State Court. See Order for further details. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/16/2026. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/16/2026Duarte v. Rivera et al
2:25-cv-00408-SPC-DNF
ORDER granting [60] Defendant Florida Highway Patrol's Motion to Dismiss on the basis of sovereign immunity.; granting [63] Defendant Trooper Javier Rivera's Motion to Dismiss to the extent stated above. The Second Amended Complaint (
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/15/2026Castillo Reyes v. American Strategic Insurance Corp.
2:26-cv-00038-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER to REMAND this case 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
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/15/2026Lopez Arevalo v. Hardin et al
2:26-cv-00018-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER granting Manuel de Jesus Lopez Arevalo'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
01/15/2026HIDALGO v. Parra et al
2:25-cv-01214-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER denying Carlos Hidalgo'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 1/
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/15/2026Boyd v. Warden, FCC Coleman-Low
5:25-cv-00044-SPC-PRL
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing without prejudice [1] Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus for lack of jurisdiction. The Clerk is directed to enter judgment, terminate any pending motions and deadlines, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Pols
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/15/2026Horsman et al v. Cooney, et al
2:23-cv-01205-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER granting [102] Defendant Michael Cooney's Motion for Summary Judgment; denying [104] Horsman Holdings, LLC's Motion for Summary Judgment. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment for Defendant and against Plaintiff,
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/15/2026USA v. McGuire
2:19-cr-00149-SPC-NPM
ORDER denying [181] Motion for Early Termination of Probation as to Ian Douglas McGuire (1). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/15/2026. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/14/2026Bolivar v. Director, Miami Field Office, Enforcement and Removal Operations et al
2:25-cv-01203-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER granting Norbey Ramiro Bolivar'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 Chappe
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/14/2026Mulas et al v. Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance Company
2:25-cv-00955-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER granting [17] Defendant's Motion to Dismiss. See Order for further details. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/14/2026. (CGW)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/13/2026Dunning v. Cohen et al
2:25-cv-00796-SPC-DNF
ORDERED: Defendants' Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [9]) is GRANTED. Plaintiff's complaint is DISMISSED without prejudice. On or before January 27, 2026, Plaintiff may file an amended complaint. Failure to do so will cause the Court to dismi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/13/2026Skye Energy Ventures LLC v. Hollander et al
2:25-cv-00274-SPC-DNF
ORDERED: Defendants' Motion for Entitlement to Attorney's Fees (Doc. [38]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/13/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/12/2026Moncada v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-00006-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing Walver Daniel Vilorio Moncada's Petition for a Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Moncada may file an amended petition within 21 days. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/12/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/12/2026Mora Hernandez v. Warden, Immigration Center
2:26-cv-00036-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing the petition for writ of habeas corpus (Doc. [1]) filed by Orlando Mora on behalf of Armando Mora Hernandez. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Jud
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/09/2026Johnson v. Lee County Sheriff's Office et al
2:26-cv-00026-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing Demetrious D. Johnson's Complaint (Doc. [1]) without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to send Johnson a civil-rights complaint form. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/9/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/09/2026Sheets v. Martin et al
2:25-cv-00444-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Defendants' Motions to Dismiss (Docs. [54], [56]) are GRANTED. Plaintiff's case is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny all pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Signed by Judg
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026Hernandez Giron v. Noem et al (Glades)
2:25-cv-01201-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER granting Juan David Hernandez Giron's Emergency 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 She
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026USA v. Lux-Us
2:25-cr-00231-SPC-DNF
JUDGMENT as to Juan Lux-Us (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/8/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026USA v. Sales-Gomez
2:25-cr-00230-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Amilcar Sales-Gomez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/8/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026USA v. Garcia-Vasquez
2:25-cr-00222-SPC-DNF
JUDGMENT as to Osmar Patricio Garcia-Vasquez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100; FINES: waived. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/8/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026Adams v. Roher et al
2:25-cv-00685-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Plaintiff's complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. Because the complaint is dismissed, Defendants' motions to dismiss (Docs. [44], [49]) are DENIED as moot. The Court will address Defendants' counterclaims by
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026USA v. Garcia-Gallego
2:25-cr-00141-SPC-DNF
JUDGMENT as to Sebastian Garcia Gallego (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 6 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100; FINES: waived. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/8/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026Posada v. FedEx Ground
2:25-cv-00487-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Defendant's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [33]) is GRANTED. Plaintiff's second amended complaint is DISMISSED without prejudice. On or before January 22, 2026, Plaintiff may file a third amended complaint. Failure to do so will cause
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026USA v. Davis
2:25-cr-00052-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Dashawn Darell Davis (1), Count 1, IMPRISONMENT: 57 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100; FINES: waived; FORFEITURE: included in judgment. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/8/2026. (AEH) <
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026USA v. Juarez
2:24-cr-00141-SPC-NPM
JUDGMENT as to Daniel Juarez, Count 1 of Original Indictment, Dismissed on motion of the government. Count 1s, IMPRISONMENT: 262 months, such term may run concurrent to any term imposed in Charlotte County Circuit Case: 24-CF-402; SUPERVISED REL
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/08/2026Sheets v. City of Punta Gorda, Florida
2:19-cv-00484-SPC-DNF
ORDERED: Plaintiff's Rule 60 Motion to Vacate Judgment (Doc. [49]) is DENIED. The Clerk is DIRECTED to deny the pending motions (Docs. [51], [52]) as moot. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 1/8/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/07/2026Andino Gonzalez v. Noem et al (Collier)
2:25-cv-01176-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER granting Juan Carlos Andino 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
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/07/2026AIG Property Casualty Company v. ECO Marine Solutions, Inc. et al
2:24-cv-00722-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Defendant Eco Marine Solutions LLC's Motion for Summary Judgment (Doc. [45]) and Defendant Custom Electrical Inc.'s Motion for Summary Judgment (Doc. [47]) are GRANTED. Plaintiff AIG Property Casualty Insurance Company's
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/06/2026Orellana Padila v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center (Glades County)
2:25-cv-01195-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER granting Oscar Alexander Padilla Orellana'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 P
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/06/2026Schornik v. Lee County Jail et al
2:25-cv-01097-SPC-DNF
OPINION AND ORDER dismissing plaintiff Robert Schornik III's second amended complaint (Doc. [11]). 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
01/06/2026Ross v. Turquoise Bay Resort LLC et al
2:25-cv-00958-SPC-DNF
ORDERED: The Supplemental Complaint (Doc. [5]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. On or before January 20, 2026, Plaintiff must file an amended complaint that corrects the deficiencies outlined above. Failure to comply may result in the Court dism
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
01/05/2026Beltran v. Ripa et al (Collier County)
2:25-cv-01174-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER granting Lozaro Beltran's Verified 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
12/31/2025Gomez Rodriguez v. Secretary, United States Department of Homeland Security et al
2:25-cv-01115-SPC-NPM
OPINION AND ORDER granting Gomez Rodriguez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 2025-12-31. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
12/31/2025Smith v. GetMeHealthCare, LLC et al
5:25-cv-00568-SPC-PRL
ORDER granting [9] Defendants GetMeHealthCare, LLC, Chad Sokoloff, and Michael Hilf's Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff's Complaint. [1] The complaint is DISMISSED without prejudice. Plaintiff may file an amended complaint by January 16, 20
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
12/30/2025Blue v. Yale University et al
5:25-cv-00808-SPC-PRL
ORDER denying [4] Plaintiff's Motion for Permission to File Electronically, but permitting Plaintiff to receive electronic notification of filings via email. The Clerk is directed to add Plaintiff's email address (theresablue101@gm
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
12/30/2025Windsor Beach, LLC v. Imperial Fire & Casualty Insurance Company
2:25-cv-00829-SPC-DNF
ORDERED: Defendant's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [15]) is GRANTED. Plaintiff's Complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment accordingly, deny all pending motions as moot, terminate any dead
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
12/30/2025USA v. Garcia-Gutierrez
2:25-cr-00135-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: The United States' Motion for Final Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [44]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 2025-12-30. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
12/29/2025The Doc App, Inc. v. Leafwell, Inc.
2:25-cv-00838-SPC-NPM
ORDERED: Plaintiff [The Doc App, Inc. d/b/a My Florida Green]'s Counsel's Motion for Reconsideration of Order Imposing Sanctions and Referral to Florida Bar (Doc. [37]) (Doc. [39]) is GRANTED IN PART and DENIED IN PART to the extent expl
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell