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10/02/2026Mendoza Raymundo v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02582-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Roberto Mendoza Raymundo's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Mendoza Raymundo and facilitate his transportation from the detention facility b
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/02/2026Walckens v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02543-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Walkens Ulysse's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Ulysse within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from the detention f
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/02/2026HC Carpentry, Inc. Unknown Potential Claimants
2:26-cv-02476-SPC-NPM		ORDER approving [9] Plaintiff's interim security and directing notice to all persons asserting claims. The Clerk is DIRECTED to issue the attached notice. See order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 10/2/2026. (At
ORDER approving [9] Plaintiff's interim security and directing notice to all persons asserting claims. The Clerk is DIRECTED to issue the attached notice. See order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 10/2/2026. (At
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/02/2026Hernandez Baez v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01792-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Victor Adrian Hernandez Baez'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 Hernandez Baez poses a danger to th
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/02/2026Torres Martinez v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-01634-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Ariel Torres Martinez'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 Torres Martinez poses a danger to the co
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/02/2026Sheets v. Prummell et al
2:24-cv-00943-SPC-NPM		 ORDER overruling Plaintiff's objections to Defendant's bill of costs, and his request to stay enforcement of the costs pending appeal [55] is denied. See order for details. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 10/2/2026. (
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/02/2026USA v. Pegg
2:23-cr-00022-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: Defendant Zachary Pegg's pro se Motion for Sentence Reduction Under 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(2) (Doc. [87]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 10/1/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/01/2026Bourgeois v. Person in Charge Over the Grievances
2:26-cv-02383-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER dismissing Plaintiff Robert Bourgeois's complaint (Doc. [1]) for failure to state a claim. The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Pol
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/01/2026Garcia v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01986-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Juan Bernal Garcia's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Bernal Garcia within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall give him telephone access so he may arrange transportati
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/01/2026Sheets v. Presseller et al
2:26-cv-00773-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Defendant Jerry Presseller's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [29]), Defendants Kelvin Jimenez and Fernando Burga's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [32]), Defendant Punta Gorda Downtown Merchants Association, Inc.'s Motion to Dismiss (Doc.
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/01/2026Lora v. Lee County Jail et al
2:25-cv-00967-SPC-NPM		 ORDER Dismissing [1] Complaint filed by Harold Glenn Lora, with Leave to Amend. Amended complaint due by October 22, 2026. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 10/1/2026. (SB)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/01/2026USA v. Hernandez-Santiago
2:25-cr-00024-SPC-NPM		ORDERED and ADJUDGED that for good cause shown, said Motion of the United States is hereby GRANTED (Doc. [39]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/30/2026. (AEH)
ORDERED and ADJUDGED that for good cause shown, the United States' motion, is GRANTED (Doc. [40]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/30/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/01/2026Kornagay v. Tabil et al
2:24-cv-00980-SPC-NPM		ORDER granting [87] unopposed Motion for Extension of Time to Complete Discovery; denying without prejudice [88] Motion to Compel discovery; denying as moot [89] Motion to Withdraw Three Prior Motions ([65], [67], [68]); granting in part and denyi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
10/01/2026USA v. Saez
2:18-cr-00069-SPC-DNF		ORDERED: Defendant Eddie Junior Saez's pro se Motion for Modification of Sentence Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(2) U.S.S.G. Retroactivity Change (Doc. [158]) is DENIED. Defendant's pro se Motion for Reduction of Sentence (Doc. [15
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/30/2026Chiong Vallejo v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02595-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Ricardo Chiong Vallejo's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Chiong Vallejo within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/30/2026Fervil v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02544-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Fedner Fervil's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Fervil within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from the detention fa
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/30/2026Dominguez Linares v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02532-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Hesser Savier Dominguez 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 Polst
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/30/2026Gonzalez Obregon v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02530-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Jorge David Gonzalez Obregon'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
09/30/2026Ulysse v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02529-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Jhonny Ulysse's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Ulysse within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from the detention fa
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/30/2026Gregorio Francisco v. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement et al
2:26-cv-02527-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Mateo Gregorio Francisco's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Gregorio Francisco and facilitate his transportation from the detention facility
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/30/2026Cole v. Hallman et al
2:26-cv-02283-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER dismissing Plaintiff Jeffrey A. Cole's Amended Complaint (Doc. [4]) without prejudice. 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
09/30/2026Clements v. Secretary, Department of Corrections LEE
2:24-cv-00294-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER re: (Doc. [1]) Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus and (Doc. [29]) Response to order to show cause. The Petition is DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE, for lack of jurisdiction. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/30/2026. (SB)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/29/2026Diaz Guzman v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02550-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Karel Diaz Guzman's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Diaz Guzman and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from the det
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/29/2026USA v. Ferreira
2:26-cr-00084-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: The United States' Motion for Final Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [46]) isGRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/29/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/29/2026USA v. Jean
2:26-cr-00085-SPC-KRH		 ORDERED: The United States' Motion for Final Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [53]) isGRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/29/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/29/2026USA v. Bustard
2:26-cr-00005-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: The Unites States' Motion for Preliminary Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [40]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/29/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/29/2026USA v. Perez
2:25-cr-00236-SPC-NPM		ORDERED:The Unites States' Motion for Preliminary Order of Forfeiture (Doc. [89]) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/29/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/28/2026Marquardt v. Daffen
2:26-cv-02632-SPC-KRH		 ORDER directing the Clerk to strike John P. Marquardt's unsigned complaint (Doc. [1]) and close this case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/28/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/28/2026Donayre Flores v. Miami Federal Detention Center (Collier County)
2:26-cv-02612-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Jose Luis Donayre Flores's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Donayre Flores within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation fr
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/28/2026Teran Rivas v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02519-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Cesar Augusto Teran Rivas's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Teran Rivas within 24 hours of this Order and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/28/2026Acosta v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02518-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Wanderson Orlando Acosta'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
09/28/2026Fraser et al v. Truist Bank
5:26-cv-00068-SPC-PRL		ORDERED: Defendant Truist Bank's Motion to Dismiss Plaintiffs' Amended Complaint (Doc. [38]) is GRANTED in part and DENIED in part. Plaintiffs may file one final amended complaint by October 12, 2026. Failure to comply with this Order
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/28/2026The Doc App, Inc. v. Leafwell, Inc.
2:25-cv-00838-SPC-NPM		ORDER supplementing our November 26, 2025 sanctions order and setting the dollar amount of the Rule 11 sanction against attorney Jason Castro. By December 31, 2026, attorney Jason Castro must file a notice of compliance confirming payment of $
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/28/2026Clifft, Jr. v. School District of Lee County
2:25-cv-00345-SPC-NPM		ORDER granting in part and denying in part [80] Defendants' motion to compel. Clifft must produce the items discussed in the order within thirty days. Signed by Magistrate Judge Nicholas P. Mizell on 9/28/2026. (NPM)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/28/2026USA v. Irons
2:23-cr-00136-SPC-NPM		 AMENDED JUDGMENT as to Jddarrian Christopher Irons (1), Count(s) 1, Imprisonment: 46 months; Supervised Release: 36 months; Special Assessment: $100; Forfeiture to be included in judgment; remand to the custody of the United States Marshal.
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/25/2026USA v. Carter
2:20-cr-00064-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting [102] Motion to Reduce Sentence re Amendment 821 as to Bradleigh Wayne Carter (1). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/25/2026. (SEJ)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026Niemann Aguirre v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02510-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Juan Orlando Niemann Aguirre's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Niemann Aguirre and facilitate his transportation from the detention facilit
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026Lopez Urbina v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02506-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Julio Cesar Lopez Urbina's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Lopez Urbina and give him telephone access so he can arrange transportation from
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026Gaspar Ramirez v. Warden of Glades County Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-02494-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Pedro Gaspar Ramirez'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
09/24/2026Cayasso-Murray v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02437-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Frank Geannie Cayasso Murray's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The Clerk is DIRECTED to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, enter judgment, and close the case. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster C
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026Godinez Hernandez v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02247-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying Richard Willman Godinez Hernandez's Motion Challenging Noncompliant Bond Hearing and Requesting an Immediate Release (Doc. [8]). Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/24/2026. (NMC)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026USA v. Hernandez-Ruiz
2:26-cr-00221-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Everardo Hernandez-Ruiz (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/24/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026USA v. Ramos-Lopez
2:26-cr-00195-SPC-NPM		 JUDGMENT as to Maynor Ramos-Lopez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/24/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026USA v. Miranda-Gabriel
2:26-cr-00196-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Oscar Miranda-Gabriel (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/24/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026USA v. Antonio-Gonzalez
2:26-cr-00176-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Santiago Alejandro Antonio-Gonzalez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/24/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/24/2026Doe v. Genimous Interactive Investment Co., Ltd. et al
2:25-cv-01091-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER denying Defendant Spigot's [52] Motion to Dismiss; denying without prejudice Defendant Eightpoint Tech's [53] Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction; and granting Defendant Eightpoint Tech's [54] Motion to D
ORDER granting in part and denying in part [76] Plaintiff's Motion to Compel Discovery Responses; granting in part [79] Eightpoint Tech's Cross-Motion for Protective Order; denying as moot [80] Spigot's Cross-Motion for Protectiv
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/23/2026Pineda Euceda v. Mullin et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02491-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Miguel Angel Pineda Euceda's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Pineda Euceda within 24 hours of this Order and facilitate his transportation from the facility by notifying
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/23/2026Rodriguez Pascacio v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02470-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Roberto Carlos Rodriguez Pascacio's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Rodriguez Pascacio and give him telephone access so he can arrange tran
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/23/2026Garcia v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01986-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Juan Bernal Garcia'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 Bernal Garcia poses a danger to the community
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/23/2026Garcia Calas v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01798-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Ihosvanni Garcia Calas'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 Garcia Calas poses a danger to the comm
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/23/2026Flores v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al (Collier)
2:26-cv-01147-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Lucio Canales Flores'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 Canales Flores poses a danger to the comm
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/23/2026White v. Naples Land Yacht Harbor, Inc.
2:26-cv-00541-SPC-KRH		ORDER granting Defendant's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. [25]) to the extent that Plaintiff's Amended Complaint (Doc. [20]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. Plaintiff's second amended complaint is due by 10/7/26. Signed by Judge Sheri Po
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/23/2026Wean v. Masters et al
2:23-cv-00302-SPC-NPM		 ORDER: The Defendants' motion for summary judgment, (Doc. [110]), is GRANTED. The CLERK is directed to enter judgment in the Defendants' favor, to terminate any pending motions and deadlines, and to CLOSE this case. Signed by Judge She
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/22/2026Thomas v. Florida Department of Education et al
2:26-cv-02546-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Plaintiff's Complaint (Doc. [1]) is DISMISSED without prejudice. Plaintiff's amended complaint is due by 10/13/26. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/22/2026. (SBL)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/22/2026Mejia Lainez v. Harin et al
2:26-cv-02517-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Alexi Adonay Mejia Lainez's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). Within 24 hours of this Order, the government shall release Mejia Lainez and facilitate his transportation from the facility by notifying h
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/22/2026USA v. Morales-Alvarez
2:26-cr-00201-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Marvin Geovany Morales-Alvarez (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: time served; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/22/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/22/2026Vugler v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al
2:26-cv-01590-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Alexander Vugler's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Vugler within 24 hours of this Order, and they shall give him telephone access so he may arrange transportation from t
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/22/2026USA v. Escobedo-Ortega
2:26-cr-00062-SPC-KRH		 JUDGMENT as to Dany Esau Escobedo-Ortega (1), Count(s) 1, IMPRISONMENT: 12 months; SUPERVISED RELEASE: not imposed; SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: $100. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/22/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Laurencio v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al (Collier)
2:26-cv-01630-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Miguel Laurencio'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 Laurencio poses a danger to the community suffi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Benitez Trejo v. Warden of Florida Soft-Sided Facility et al (Collier)
2:26-cv-01332-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting the government's Motion to Hold Petitioner's Motion in Abeyance or in the Alternative for an Extension of Time to File a Response (Doc. [19]). Benito Benitez Trejo's Opposed Motion for Attorney Fees Under the Equal A
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Niebla-Manrufo v. Mullin et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-01318-SPC-DNF		 ORDER granting the government's Unopposed Motion to Hold EAJA Motion in Abeyance (Doc. [13]). Nazario Lazaro Niebla-Manrufo's Motion for Attorney Fees Under the Equal Access to Justice Act (Doc. [11]) is held in abeyance. Signed by Jud
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Serrano Paredes v. Hardin et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-01306-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting the government's Motion to Hold Petitioner's Motion in Abeyance or in the Alternative for an Extension of Time to File a Response (Doc. [13]). Luis Alberto Serrano-Paredes's Motion for Costs, Fees, and Other Expenses
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Perez Pacheco v. Warden, Florida Soft Side Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-01227-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting the government's Motion to Hold EAJA Motion in Abeyance (Doc. [17]). Victor Manuel Perez Pacheco's Motion to Equitably Toll the EAJA Filing Period and Accept Petitioner's Application for Attorney's Fees and Expe
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Herrera Rivas v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-01204-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting the government's Motion to Place Case in Abeyance (Doc. [17]). Leandro Herrera Rivas's Motion to Equitably Toll the EAJA Filing Period and Accept Petitioner's Application for Attorney's Fees and Expenses as Time
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Rapalo Castellon v. Noem et al
2:26-cv-00732-SPC-DNF		 ORDER granting the government's Motion to Hold EAJA Motion in Abeyance (Doc. [21]). Isidro Alberto Rapalo Castellon's Motion for Attorney Fees Under the Equal Access to Justice Act (Doc. [18]) is held in abeyance. Signed by Judge Sheri
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Mendez-Mojena v. Noem et al
2:26-cv-00491-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting the government's Unopposed Motion to Hold EAJA Motion in Abeyance (Doc. [17]). Manuel Mendez Mojena's Motion for Attorney Fees Under the Equal Access to Justice Act (Doc. [16]) is held in abeyance. Signed by Judge Sheri
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Nardella Mago v. Rogers et al (Collier County)
2:26-cv-00278-SPC-NPM		 ORDER granting the government's Motion to Hold EAJA Motion in Abeyance (Doc. [32]). Miguel Antonio Nardella Mago's Motion for Attorney's Fees and Expenses Under the Equal Access to Justice Act and, to the Extent Necessary, for Modi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Ohio Security Insurance Company v. Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc. et al
2:25-cv-00581-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER denying [93] Motion to award prejudgment interest. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/21/2026. (RKR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026Jones v. Keller et al
2:24-cv-01050-SPC-NPM		ORDER denying (Doc. [38]) Plaintiff's Motion for Preliminary Injunction for #Emergency# Prison Transfer. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/21/2026. (SB)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/21/2026USA v. Dalusma
2:18-cr-00159-SPC-KRH		ORDERED: Defendant Augustin Dalusma's pro se Motion for Early Termination of Supervised Release (Doc. [158]) is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/21/2026. (AEH)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/18/2026Prendiville MSO, LLC v. Face Doctor Stephen Prendiville, MD, PLLC et al
2:26-cv-02458-SPC-KRH		 ORDER granting [2] Motion for Preliminary Injunction. See Order for details. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/18/2026. (SEJ)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/18/2026Rendziperis et al v. Ravenna at Pelican Marsh Commons Associations, Inc. et al
2:25-cv-01027-SPC-KRH		 ORDER denying [90] Plaintiffs' Motion to Alter or Amend Judgment Under Fed. R. Civ. P. 59(e), Vacate Dismissal with Prejudice, Reopen the Action, and Permit Limited Repleader; [89] denying as moot Plaintiff's OBJECTION under Fed. R. Civ
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/18/2026USA v. St. Clair
2:23-cr-00149-SPC-NPM		ORDERED: The United States' Unopposed Motion for an Order to Deposit Funds and Disburse (Doc. [90]) is GRANTED. The Clerk of Court is DIRECTED to accept Defendant's prejudgment payments and hold them in the Court Registry until a judgme
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/17/2026Tran v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-01987-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER. Huy Tran'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 Tran poses a danger to the community sufficient to ju
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/17/2026Fuentes Lopez v. Warden, South Florida Detention Facility et al
2:26-cv-01807-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER. Juan Manuel Fuentes Lopez'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 Fuentes Lopez poses a danger to the
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/17/2026Doe v. Naples Jet Center Holdings, LLC
2:26-cv-01598-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER granting [15] Motion to Strike Jane Doe Designation. Plaintiff must identify herself by her real name in the case caption and in all future filings. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/17/2026. (RKR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/17/2026Robbins v. Martin et al
2:25-cv-00409-SPC-NPM		OPINION AND ORDER granting in part and denying in part [75] Motion to Dismiss. Count III for constructive fraud is dismissed with prejudice and the motion is otherwise denied. Judgment is withheld. Defendants shall answer by October 1, 2026. A
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/16/2026Meza v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al (Glades County)
2:26-cv-02466-SPC-NPM		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Florencio Gregorio Meza'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 Chapp
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/16/2026Acosta Obando v. Warden, Glades County Detention Center et al. (Glades)
2:26-cv-02454-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER denying Holman Efrain Acosta Obando's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [2]). 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
09/16/2026Rodriguez Rosario v. Hardin et al (Glades)
2:26-cv-02451-SPC-KRH		 OPINION AND ORDER granting Baysell Rodriguez Rosario's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (Doc. [1]). The respondents shall release Rodriguez Rosario within 24 hours of this Order and facilitate his transportation from the facility by notify
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/16/2026Coffin v. Punta Gorda Housing Authority et al
2:26-cv-00742-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER granting in part and denying in part as moot Defendant Punta Gorda Housing Authority's [28] Motion to Dismiss; granting in part and denying in part as moot Defendant Kurt Pentelecuc's [36] Motion to Dismiss; and denyi
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
09/16/2026Doe v. Genimous Interactive Investment Co., Ltd. et al
2:25-cv-01091-SPC-KRH		OPINION AND ORDER denying [33] Motion for leave to proceed anonymously. Plaintiff must identify herself by name in the case caption and in all future filings. Signed by Judge Sheri Polster Chappell on 9/16/2026. (RKR)
Judge Sheri Polster Chappell
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