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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
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
08/19/2026Heard 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
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
08/11/2026Perez 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