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09/14/2026Santiesteban Matos v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02334-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Miguel Santiesteban Matos's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Santiesteban Matos for an individualized bond hearing bef
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/14/2026Masier v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02294-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying Morfy Guillermo Masier's Motion Challenging Noncompliant Bond Hearing and Requesting an Immediate Release (Doc. [8]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/14/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/14/2026Drouhard v. Grange Life Insurance Company et al
2:26-cv-02098-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER remanding the case to the Charlotte County Circuit Court (26000543CA) for all further proceedings. The Clerk shall close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/14/2026. (RKR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/14/2026Barrera Acosta v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01737-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Gustavo Barrera Acosta'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 Barrera Acosta poses a danger to the co
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/14/2026Hemmer Construction, Inc. v. Cambria et al
2:25-cv-01061-SPC-NPM		ORDER granting in part Defendants Scott Hildreth and Whitney Tinsley's Amended Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [64]); denying as moot Plaintiff's Motion for Leave to File Second Amended Complaint (Doc. [73]). Plaintiff's amended complaint (
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/14/2026Hall v. Jones et al
2:25-cv-00207-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying plaintiff Wendall Hall's motion for injunctive relief (Doc. [39] and motion for summary judgment (Doc. [42] and granting the defendant's motion for summary judgment (Doc. [47]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate all pendi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/11/2026Prunty et al v. The Wendy's Company
2:26-cv-02482-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Plaintiffs' Complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. Plaintiffs' amended complaint is due by 9/25/26. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/11/2026. (TAM)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/11/2026Blamahsah v. Marceno et al
2:26-cv-02166-SPC-NPM		 ORDER denying [31] Plaintiff's motion for CM/ECF access. See order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 9/11/2026. (NF)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026Arana Labrada v. Director of Enforcement and Removal Operations, Miami Field Office, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02448-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Raidel Arana Labrada's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Arana Labrada within 24 hours of this Order and facilitate his transportation from the detention facility by notif
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026Cabrera Geron v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02413-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Julio Cesar Cabrera Geron'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 Cha
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026Aricy v. United States Attorney et al
2:26-cv-02409-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Joseph Charlemagne Junior Aricy's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Aricy and facilitate his transportation from the detention facility by no
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026USA v. Martinez Cruz
2:26-cr-00190-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Jose Manuel Martinez Cruz (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/9/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026USA v. Carrillo-Perez
2:26-cr-00179-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Reynaldo Carrillo-Perez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/9/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026USA v. Munoz-Becerra
2:26-cr-00163-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Fabian Munoz-Becerra (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 12 months and 1 day; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/9/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026USA v. Sarmiento Garcia
2:26-cr-00157-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Alonso Josue Sarmiento Garcia (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/9/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026USA v. Hanko
2:26-cr-00049-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Kevin Daniel Hanko (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 21 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/9/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/09/2026De Jesus v. Bisignano, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration
2:25-cv-00490-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER accepting and incorporating [19] Report and Recommendations; overruling objections. The Clerk shall enter judgment and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/9/2026. (RKR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/08/2026Joncka v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02435-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Robenson Joncka's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Joncka within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from the detention
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/08/2026Rivas-Fonseca v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-02394-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Joseth David Rivas-Fonseca'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
09/08/2026Fernandez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01674-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Rene Alba Fernandez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Alba Fernandez within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall give him telephone access so he may arrange transporta
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/08/2026Roche v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-01575-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Rogelio Roche'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 Roche poses a danger to the community sufficient
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/08/2026Edward v. Rodriguez et al
2:26-cv-00579-SPC-NPM		 ORDER that the Third Amended Complaint [24] is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment dismissing this action, terminate any pending motions, and to CLOSE this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/8/2026. (L
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/08/2026Derosia v. Commissioner of Social Security
2:25-cv-00713-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER accepting and incorporating [23] Report and Recommendations. The objections are overruled. The Clerk shall enter judgment and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/8/2026. (RKR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/08/2026USA v. Foster
2:23-cr-00133-SPC-DNF		ORDERED: Defendant Ernest Jeshad Foster's pro se Motion to Reduce Sentence Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(2) (Doc. [51]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/8/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/04/2026White v. Kyle et al
2:26-cv-02245-SPC-KRH		 ORDER dismissing case. White's complaint (Doc. 1) is DISMISSED without prejudice for failure to state a claim on which relief may be granted. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment, deny any pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines,
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/04/2026Dellea v. Prummell et al
2:26-cv-02039-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying plaintiff Adam Moses Dellea's Motion for Preliminary Injunction (Doc. [10]) and Emergency Motion for Temporary Restraining Order (Doc. [11]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/4/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/04/2026Hemeon v. Commissioner of Social Security
5:25-cv-00765-SPC-PRL		ORDERED: Judge Lammens' Report and Recommendation (Doc. [18]) is ACCEPTED and ADOPTED, and the findings incorporated herein. Plaintiff's Unopposed Motion for Attorney Fees Under the Equal Access to Justice Act (Doc. [17]) is GRANTED. The
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/04/2026Brooke v. Lee Health System, Inc.
2:25-cv-00783-SPC-NPM		 ORDER denying [37] Plaintiff's motion for leave to bring electronic devices into the courtroom and for CM/EFC access. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 9/4/2026. (TLP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/04/2026Clarke v. Prummell, Jr. et al
2:25-cv-00376-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER granting Defendants' [52] Motion to Dismiss. The Second Amended Complaint is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is directed to enter judgment in Defendants' favor, deny all pending motions as moot, terminate all deadl
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/04/2026USA v. Vargas
2:15-cr-00115-SPC-DNF		 ORDER denying [623] Daniel Vargas' Motion for Retroactive Application of Sentencing Guidelines. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/4/2026. (SEJ)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/03/2026Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe
2:26-cv-02355-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting [7] Plaintiff's motion for leave to serve third-party subpoena. See order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 9/3/2026. (TLP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/03/2026Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. John Doe subscriber assigned IP address 73.107.177.63
2:26-cv-02353-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting [7] Plaintiff's motion for leave to serve third-party subpoena. See order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 9/3/2026. (TLP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/03/2026Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe
2:26-cv-02351-SPC-NPM		ORDER granting [7] Plaintiff's motion for leave to serve third-party subpoena. See order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 9/3/2026. (TLP)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/03/2026Evans v. Secretary, Department of Corrections et al
5:25-cv-00048-SPC-PRL		 ORDER. 1. Officer Acevedo's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. 51) is GRANTED. Counts Five and Six of the Third Amended Complaint (Doc. 48 at 23-25) are DISMISSED with prejudice. 2. Secretary Comerford's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. 52) is GRANTED. C
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/02/2026Prendiville MSO, LLC v. Face Doctor Stephen Prendiville, MD, PLLC et al
2:26-cv-02458-SPC-KRH		 ORDER. Plaintiff Prendiville MSO, LLC's Motion for a Preliminary Injunction and Ex Parte Temporary Restraining Order (Doc. 2) is hereby GRANTED to the extent that Plaintiff seeks a TRO and is DEFERRED to the extent it seeks a preliminary inj
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/02/2026Cardona Fonseca v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02393-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Mitsuo Yasui Cardona Fonseca's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Cardona Fonseca within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportati
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/02/2026Martin Santellanes-Martinez v. Facility Administrator, Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02390-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Martin Santellanes-Martinez'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
09/02/2026Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. John Doe subscriber assigned IP address 73.107.40.177
2:26-cv-02352-SPC-KRH		 ORDER granting [9] Plaintiff's Motion for Leave to Serve a Third-Party Subpoena Prior to Rule 26(f) Conference. See Order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Kevin R. Huguelet on 9/2/2026. (TMA)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/02/2026Doe v. Genimous Interactive Investment Co., Ltd. et al
2:25-cv-01091-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying [73] Defendants' Amended Joint Motion to Stay Discovery; granting in part and denying in part [77] Plaintiff's Motion for Case Management Conference. The Clerk is DIRECTED to schedule a Rule 16(b) Case Management Conferen
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/01/2026Da Costa v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-02389-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying Wanderson Orlando Da Costa'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 9/
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/01/2026Simeon v. Warden of Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02374-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Odelet Simeon's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Simeon within 12 hours of this Order and facilitate his transportation from the detention facility by notifying his couns
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/01/2026Dominguez Villegas v. Ripa et al
2:26-cv-02373-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Alfredo Dominguez Villegas's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Dominguez Villegas from custody within 24 hours of this Order and facilitate his transportation from the det
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/01/2026USA v. Mendoza-Reymundo
2:26-cr-00143-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Carmelino Mendoza-Reymundo (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/1/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/01/2026USA v. Jean
2:26-cr-00085-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Ezekiel Calixte Jean (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 36 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: 36 months; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/1/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/01/2026USA v. Itzep-Utuy
2:26-cr-00036-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Ancelmo Itzep-Utuy (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 8 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: $100.00. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/1/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/01/2026Fleming v. Allen et al
2:25-cv-01154-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Because Plaintiff failed to timely file his third amended complaint, the Court's dismissal Order (Doc. [28]) is a final, appealable order; the Court has surrendered its jurisdiction; and the Court has no prejudgment power to grant an
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/31/2026Carrero Silva v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02391-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Adrian David Carrero Silva'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
08/31/2026Ramos Portuondo v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02367-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Radel Ramos Portuondo'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
08/31/2026Houtsma v. Kilgo et al
2:26-cv-02090-SPC-KRH		 ORDER dismissing case. Houtsma's complaint is DISMISSED without prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions, close this case, and enter judgment accordingly. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/31/2026. (LTG)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/28/2026Osorto Reyes v. Blanche et al
2:26-cv-02372-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Samuel David Osorto Reyes's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Osorto Reyes within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall facilitate his transportation from the detention f
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/28/2026Kim Xi Legacy Enterprise LLC v. Richardson
2:24-cv-01053-SPC-KRH		 ORDER granting in part and denying in part [53] Plaintiff's Motion to Compel Discovery Responses. Signed by Magistrate Judge Kevin R. Huguelet on 8/28/2026. (TMA)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/28/2026USA v. Vargas
2:15-cr-00115-SPC-DNF		 ORDERED: Defendant Gorge Antonio Vargas' Unopposed Motion for Sentence Reduction Under Amendment 821 (Doc. [665]) is GRANTED. Defendant's sentence is reduced to 364 months of imprisonment or time-served, whichever is greater. Defendant
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/27/2026Laborde Casallas v. Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02137-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying Marcos Antonio Laborde Casallas's Emergency Motion for a Temporary Restraining Order and to Enforce This Court's Release Orders (Doc. [17]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/27/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/27/2026Drouhard v. Grange Life Insurance Company et al
2:26-cv-02098-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER denying [13] Motion to Remand to State Court. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/27/2026. (RKR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/27/2026Acufloor, LLC v. Eventile, Inc. et al
2:21-cv-00802-SPC-KRH		ORDER granting [168] Plaintiff' Acufloor, LLC's Time Sensitive Motion for Leave to File a Reply; granting in part and denying in part [169] Defendant Eventile, Inc.'s Time Sensitive Motion to Strike Plaintiff's Motion for Leave
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/26/2026Marrero Cardenas v. Mullin et al
2:26-cv-02350-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Lester Albanis Marrero-Cardenas'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
08/26/2026Velazquez Moya v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02331-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Leonardo Velazquez Moya's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Velazquez Moya for an individualized bond hearing before an
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/26/2026Palomino Crespo v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02322-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Hernan Guillermo Palomino-Crespo's Amended Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [6]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Palomino-Crespo for an individualized bond
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/26/2026Conway v. A.G. Morgan Financial Advisors, LLC et al
2:25-mc-00014-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Petitioner's construed Motion to Confirm Arbitration Award (Doc. [1]) is GRANTED. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment in Petitioner's favor and against Respondents jointly and severally. See Order for details. The Clerk is D
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/26/2026Springer v. Hendry Regional Medical Center et al
2:22-cv-00537-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: This case is STAYED pending the Eleventh Circuit's ruling in United States ex rel. Zafirov v. Florida Medical Associates, LLC. The Clerk is DIRECTED to add a stay flag to the file. Within thirty days of the Eleventh Circuit is
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/25/2026Dominguez Veloz v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-02313-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Juan Ramon Dominguez Veloz'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
08/25/2026Martinez Pirez v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02317-SPC-KRH		 ORDER granting Rigoberto Martinez Pirez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Martinez Pirez for an individualized bond hearing before an immigratio
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/25/2026Coffin v. Punta Gorda Housing Authority et al
2:26-cv-00742-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying [34] Motion for Guidance Regarding Service on Defendant Marianne Ramirez. Plaintiff's deadline to mail a completed service form with a current address for Ramirez is extended to September 11, 2026. Failure to identify a curren
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/25/2026USA v. White
2:82-cr-00007-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendant Larry White's construed motion for compassionate release (Doc. [18]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/25/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/24/2026Rodriguez-Francisco v. Field Office Director, et al
2:26-cv-02397-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying Plaintiff Misdael Rodriguez-Francisco's Emergency Ex Parte Motion for Temporary Restraining Order and Preliminary Injunction. (Doc. [9]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/24/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/24/2026Nunez Valladares v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02323-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Daison D. Nunez-Valladares's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within ten days of this Opinion and Order, the respondents shall either (1) bring Nunez-Valladares for an individualized bond hearing befo
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/24/2026The Cape FC, LLC v. Baker Barrios Architects, Inc.
2:26-cv-01049-SPC-NPM		ORDER denying [15] Defendant Baker Barrios Architects, Inc.'s Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff's Amended Complaint. Defendant must answer the Amended Complaint on or before September 14, 2026. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/24/20
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/21/2026Crawford v. Prummell et al
2:26-cv-00117-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Plaintiff's second amended complaint (Doc. [177]) is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk is DIRECTED to enter judgment for Defendants, deny all pending motions as moot, terminate any deadlines, and close the case. Signed by Judge She
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. v. 1 Luxury Contractors LLC et al
2:26-cv-02375-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Plaintiff's complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction. Plaintiff may file an amended complaint on or before September 3, 2026. Failure to do so will cause the Court to close this cas
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026Iglesias Pena v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02318-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Raydel Iglesias Pena'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
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026Rodriguez v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02305-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Vidiek 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 Polster Chappell on
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026Tassinari v. Riversource Life Insurance Company
2:26-cv-01828-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Defendant RiverSource Life Insurance Company's Motion to Dismiss Counts II, III, and V of Plaintiff's Complaint (Doc. 13) is GRANTED. Counts II and V are DISMISSED with prejudice; Count III is DISMISSED without preju
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026Handlon v. United States of America
2:26-cv-01762-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting [5] Motion to Dismiss; dismissing [1] Motion to Vacate / Set Aside / Correct Sentence (2255) for lack of jurisdiction. The Clerk shall enter judgment and close the civil case. A certificate of appealability and leave
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026Valdez et al v. Hamilton et al
2:26-cv-00234-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Vanderwoude's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [39]) is GRANTED. Count VI is DISMISSED without prejudice but without leave to amend. Hamilton's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [45]) is GRANTED in part and DENIED in part. Counts III and IV are
ORDERED: Edward Valdez, Christina Valdez, and Wild West Security Shutters, LLC's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [42]) is GRANTED in part. The counterclaims/third-party claims against Edward and Christina Valdez are DISMISSED without prejudice. The c
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026Ohio Security Insurance Company v. Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc. et al
2:25-cv-00581-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER dismissing [59] Amended Third-Party Complaint without prejudice as the Court declines to maintain supplemental jurisdiction. The Clerk shall enter judgment pursuant to the [82] Opinion and Order and close the file. Signed by J
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026USA v. Korff
2:25-cr-00097-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Jesse William Korff (1), Count(s) 1, Disposed on motion of the government.; Count(s) 1s, 2s-3s, 4s, IMPRISONMENT: 228 months. Such term consists of 180 months as to Count 1, 120 months as to Counts 2-3 and 228 months as to Count 4
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026Kornagay v. Tabil et al
2:24-cv-00980-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER granting in part and denying in part [65] Motion to Amend; denying [67] Motion to Amend; granting [68] Motion to Strike; denying [69] Motion to Compel; finding as moot [72] Motion for Extension of Time to Complete Discovery; gra
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/20/2026USA v. Handlon
2:13-cr-00145-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER dismissing [205] Motion to Vacate (2255) as to Quinton Paul Handlon (1) in associated civil case, Case No. 2:26-cv-1762-SPC-KRH. A certificate of appealability and leave to appeal in forma pauperis are denied. Signed
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/19/2026Madera Reyes v. Facility Administrator et al
2:26-cv-02300-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Jorge Eliecer Madera Reyes's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Madera Reyes and facilitate his transportation from the facility by notifying
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/19/2026Hemeon v. Commissioner of Social Security
5:25-cv-00765-SPC-PRL		 REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS re [17] Unopposed MOTION for Attorney Fees Under EAJA filed by Jennifer A. Hemeon. Signed by Magistrate Judge Philip R. Lammens on 8/19/2026. (AR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
08/19/2026Heard v. Hughes et al
2:24-cv-00872-SPC-NPM		ORDER denying (Doc. [48]) Plaintiff's Notice of Scheduling of Depositions (sic) of Defendant Virtual Recorded Video Deposition of Gregory Hughes. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 8/19/2026.(SB)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
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