District of New Jersey • 3:25-cv-17414
SALEM v. WARDEN OF THE DELANEY HALL DETENTION FACILITY
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Case Information
Filed: November 13, 2025
Assigned to:
Michael Andre Shipp
Referred to:
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Nature of Suit: Habeas Corpus - Alien Detainee
Cause:
28:2241 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (federa
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Last Activity:
June 22, 2026
Parties:
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Docket Entries
#1
Nov 13, 2025
PETITION for Writ of Habeas Corpus ( Filing fee $ 5 receipt number ANJDC-16819882.), filed by MOHAMED N SALEM. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order Proposed Order, # 2 Civil Cover Sheet Civil Cover Sheet)(OREL, SERGEI) (Attachment 2 replaced on 11/14/2025) (jal, ). (Entered: 11/13/2025)
Main Document:
Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus
#2
Nov 14, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to PAMELA BONDI, TODD LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, JOHN TSOUKARIS. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 11/14/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
#3
Nov 14, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to PAMELA BONDI, TODD LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, JOHN TSOUKARIS. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 11/14/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
#4
Nov 14, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to PAMELA BONDI, TODD LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, JOHN TSOUKARIS. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 11/14/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
#5
Nov 14, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to PAMELA BONDI, TODD LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, JOHN TSOUKARIS. (Attachments: # 1 Summons Summons for Todd Lyons)(OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 11/14/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
Nov 14, 2025
QC - Fillable PDF
Nov 14, 2025
Case Assigned/Reassigned
Nov 14, 2025
Case Assigned to Judge Michael A. Shipp. (mfr)
Nov 14, 2025
CLERK'S QUALITY CONTROL MESSAGE - The Civil Cover Sheet 1 -2 filed by SERGEI OREL on 11/13/2025 was uploaded prior to being flattened. Before uploading fillable forms to ECF you must flatten the file to prevent other users from manipulating or editing the information. The easiest way to flatten a PDF form is by selecting Print to PDF and saving the flattened form, other PDF software may differ. Please visit our website under Flattening PDF Forms for guidance. Your document has been corrected. This message is for informational purposes only. (jal, )
#6
Nov 17, 2025
SUMMONS ISSUED as to PAMELA BONDI, TODD LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, JOHN TSOUKARIS. Attached is the official court Summons, please fill out Defendant and Plaintiffs attorney information and serve. (jal, ) (Entered: 11/17/2025)
Main Document:
Summons Issued
#7
Nov 17, 2025
AMENDED DOCUMENT by MOHAMED N SALEM. Amendment to 1 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus, Flattened version of pdf of the previously filed Civil Cover Sheet. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 11/17/2025)
Main Document:
Amended Document (NOT Motion/Complaint)
#8
Nov 20, 2025
SUMMONS Returned Executed by MOHAMED N SALEM. PAMELA BONDI served on 11/17/2025, answer due 12/8/2025; TODD LYONS served on 11/17/2025, answer due 12/8/2025; KRISTI NOEM served on 11/17/2025, answer due 12/8/2025; JOHN TSOUKARIS served on 11/17/2025, answer due 12/8/2025. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 11/20/2025)
Main Document:
Summons Returned Executed
#9
Nov 20, 2025
AMENDED DOCUMENT by MOHAMED N SALEM. MEMORANDUM OF LAW IN SUPPORT OF PETITION FOR WRIT OF HABEUS CORPUS. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 11/20/2025)
Main Document:
Amended Document (NOT Motion/Complaint)
#10
Nov 21, 2025
MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice for attorney Kareem El Nemr by MOHAMED N SALEM. (Attachments: # 1 Appendix Certificate of Good Standing from NYS)(OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 11/21/2025)
Main Document:
Appear Pro Hac Vice
Nov 24, 2025
Set Deadlines as to 10 MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice for attorney Kareem El Nemr. Motion set for 12/15/2025 before Judge Michael A. Shipp. Unless otherwise directed by the Court, this motion will be decided on the papers and no appearances are required. Note that this is an automatically generated message from the Clerk`s Office and does not supersede any previous or subsequent orders from the Court. (jal, )
Nov 24, 2025
Set/Reset Motion and R&R Deadlines/Hearings
#11
Dec 03, 2025
ORDER TO ANSWER: Respondents Tsoukaris, Noem, Lyons, and Bondi are dismissed without prejudice because the proper respondent under 28 U.S.C. § 2241 is the Warden of the Delaney Hall Detention Facility, and the Clerk shall amend the caption accordingly and serve the 9 Amended Petition and this Order on the Warden. The Clerk shall also provide copies electronically to the U.S. Attorney's Office, and Respondent shall file a full answer within 21 days, stating the statutory basis for detention, raising any defenses, and submitting the certified administrative record. Petitioner may reply within 14 days, Respondent must promptly notify the Court of any change in custody or immigration status. Plaintiff Counsel's 10 pro hac vice motion is denied without prejudice. The Clerk shall serve this Order on Petitioner electronically. Signed by Judge Michael A. Shipp on 12/3/2025. (arm) (N/M) (Entered: 12/04/2025)
#12
Dec 12, 2025
Amended PETITION for Writ of Habeas Corpus ( Filing fee $ 5 receipt number ANJDC-16905425.), filed by MOHAMED N SALEM. (Attachments: # 1 Affidavit, # 2 Certification, # 3 Certificate of Service)(OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/12/2025)
Main Document:
Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus
#13
Dec 12, 2025
NOTICE by MOHAMED N SALEM re 11 Order to Answer,,,, Add and Terminate Parties,,,, Terminate Motions,,, Notice of Custodial Error and Request to Amend Caption and Order (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/12/2025)
Main Document:
Notice (Other)
#14
Dec 12, 2025
Amended PETITION for Writ of Habeas Corpus ( Filing fee $ 5 receipt number ANJDC-16907955.), filed by MOHAMED N SALEM. (Attachments: # 1 Affidavit, # 2 Certification, # 3 Certificate of Service)(OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/12/2025)
Main Document:
Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus
#15
Dec 12, 2025
NOTICE by MOHAMED N SALEM Notice of Custodial Error and Request to Amend Caption and Order (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/12/2025)
Main Document:
Notice (Other)
#16
Dec 12, 2025
Amended MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice by MOHAMED N SALEM. (Attachments: # 1 Supplement Certificate of Good Standing, # 2 Affidavit Affidavit of Support)(OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/12/2025)
Main Document:
Appear Pro Hac Vice
Dec 12, 2025
CLERK'S QUALITY CONTROL MESSAGE - The 13 "NOTICE" submitted by SERGEI OREL on 12/12/2025 did not contain a proper electronic signature (s/). PLEASE RESUBMIT THE DOCUMENT WITH THE PROPER ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE (s/ Attorney's Name.) This submission will remain on the docket unless otherwise ordered by the court. (mlh)
Dec 12, 2025
QC - Document Not Signed by Attorney
#17
Dec 15, 2025
Amended MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice by MOHAMED N SALEM. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit, # 2 Affidavit)(OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/15/2025)
Main Document:
Appear Pro Hac Vice
Dec 15, 2025
QC - Incorrect Document Attached
Dec 15, 2025
CLERK'S QUALITY CONTROL MESSAGE - Please review the "AMENDED MOTION" attached to docket entry 16 submitted by SERGEI OREL on 12/12/2025. If this document was attached in error, PLEASE RESUBMIT THE CORRECT DOCUMENT. This submission will remain on the docket unless otherwise ordered by the court. (mlh)
#18
Dec 16, 2025
Exhibit to 17 Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice by MOHAMED N SALEM. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/16/2025)
Main Document:
Exhibit (to Document)
Dec 16, 2025
QC - Document contains an Electronic Signature of a Non-Attorney
Dec 16, 2025
Set/Reset Motion and R&R Deadlines/Hearings
Dec 16, 2025
Set Deadlines as to 17 Amended MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice . Motion set for 1/20/2026 before Judge Michael A. Shipp. Unless otherwise directed by the Court, this motion will be decided on the papers and no appearances are required. Note that this is an automatically generated message from the Clerk`s Office and does not supersede any previous or subsequent orders from the Court. (mlh)
Dec 16, 2025
CLERK'S QUALITY CONTROL MESSAGE - The 17 -(2) "CERTIFICATION OF KAREEM EL NEMR, ESQ." submitted by SERGEI OREL on 12/15/2025 contains an improper signature. Only Local Counsel are permitted to sign electronically filed documents with an s/. Pro Hac Vice Attorneys may hand sign documents. PLEASE RESUBMIT THE DOCUMENT WITH A PROPER ELECTRONIC OR SCANNED SIGNATURE USING THE EVENT: Civil Events -> Other Filings -> Other Documents -> Exhibit (to Document). This submission will remain on the docket unless otherwise ordered by the court. (mlh)
#19
Dec 22, 2025
ORDER Granting 17 Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice as to Kareem El Nemr. Signed by Judge Michael A. Shipp on 12/22/2025. (sms2) (Entered: 12/23/2025)
Main Document:
Order on Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice
#20
Dec 24, 2025
AFFIDAVIT of Service for Amended Petition served on Eric Rokosky, et al. on December 16, 2025, filed by MOHAMED N SALEM. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/24/2025)
Main Document:
Affidavit of Service
#21
Dec 29, 2025
AFFIDAVIT of Service for Amended Habeas served on Rokosky, et al. on December 16, 2025, filed by MOHAMED N SALEM. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 12/29/2025)
Main Document:
Affidavit of Service
#22
Dec 29, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to KRISTI NOEM. (OREL, SERGEI) (Main Document 22 replaced on 12/29/2025) (kht, ). (Entered: 12/29/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
#23
Dec 29, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to WARDEN OF ELIZABETH DETENTION CENTER. (OREL, SERGEI) (Main Document 23 replaced on 12/29/2025) (kht, ). (Entered: 12/29/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
#24
Dec 29, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to JOHN TSOUKARIS. (OREL, SERGEI) (Main Document 24 replaced on 12/29/2025) (kht, ). (Entered: 12/29/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
#25
Dec 29, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to PAMELA BONDI. (OREL, SERGEI) (Main Document 25 replaced on 12/29/2025) (kht, ). (Entered: 12/29/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
#26
Dec 29, 2025
Request for Summons to be Issued by MOHAMED N SALEM as to TODD LYONS. (OREL, SERGEI) (Main Document 26 replaced on 12/29/2025) (kht, ). (Entered: 12/29/2025)
Main Document:
Summons - Request for Issue
#27
Dec 29, 2025
SUMMONS ISSUED as to PAMELA BONDI, TODD LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, JOHN TSOUKARIS, WARDEN OF ELIZABETH DETENTION CENTER. Attached is the official court Summons, please fill out Defendant and Plaintiffs attorney information and serve. (kht) (Entered: 12/29/2025)
Main Document:
Summons Issued
Dec 29, 2025
Pro Hac Vice fee as to KAREEM EL NEMR: $ 250, receipt number TRE147240. (amv)
Dec 29, 2025
QC - Fillable PDF
Dec 29, 2025
Pro Hac Vice Fee Received
Dec 29, 2025
QC - Document Not Signed by Attorney
Dec 29, 2025
CLERK'S QUALITY CONTROL MESSAGE - The 20 Affidavit submitted by Sergei Orel on 12/24/2025 did not contain a proper electronic signature (s/). PLEASE RESUBMIT THE DOCUMENT WITH THE PROPER ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE (s/ Attorney's Name.) This submission will remain on the docket unless otherwise ordered by the court. (kht)
Dec 29, 2025
CLERK'S QUALITY CONTROL MESSAGE - The 22, 23, 24, 25 and 26 Request for Summons filed by Sergei Orel on 12/29/2025 was uploaded prior to being flattened. Before uploading fillable forms to ECF you must flatten the file to prevent other users from manipulating or editing the information. The easiest way to flatten a PDF form is by selecting Print to PDF and saving the flattened form, other PDF software may differ. Please visit our website under Flattening PDF Forms for guidance. Your document has been corrected. This message is for informational purposes only. (kht)
#28
Jan 05, 2026
TEXT ORDER: The Government shall file its response to Petitioner's Amended Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (ECF No. 14 ) as outlined in the Court's Order to Answer (ECF No. 11 ) by January 9, 2026. So Ordered by Judge Michael A. Shipp on 1/5/2026. (jab) (Entered: 01/05/2026)
Jan 05, 2026
Text Order
#29
Jan 09, 2026
RESPONSE to Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus by PAMELA BONDI, TODD LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, JOHN TSOUKARIS, WARDEN OF ELIZABETH DETENTION CENTER, WARDEN OF THE DELANEY HALL DETENTION FACILITY. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Notice and Order of Expedite Removal dated November 20, 2025, # 2 Exhibit B - Notice to Appear dated January 5, 2026, # 3 Exhibit C - January 2, 2026 IJ Order, # 4 Exhibit D - November 13, 2025 Form I-213, # 5 Exhibit E - December 1, 2025 Form I-869)(BAJADA, FRANCES) (Entered: 01/09/2026)
Main Document:
Response to Habeas Petition
#30
Jan 12, 2026
REPLY to Response re 29 Response to Habeas Petition,,. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 01/12/2026)
Main Document:
Reply to Response (NOT Motion)
#31
Jan 23, 2026
NOTICE by MOHAMED N SALEM (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit A)(OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 01/23/2026)
Main Document:
Notice (Other)
#32
Feb 12, 2026
STATUS REPORT CUSTODY STATUS by MOHAMED N SALEM. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 02/12/2026)
Main Document:
Status Report
#33
Feb 18, 2026
OPINION. Signed by Judge Michael A. Shipp on 2/18/2026. (dmr)
#34
Feb 18, 2026
ORDER Denying Petitioner's amended habeas petition 14 ; ORDERED that the Clerk shall CLOSE the file. Signed by Judge Michael A. Shipp on 2/18/2026. (dmr) (Entered: 02/18/2026)
Main Document:
Order
Feb 18, 2026
***Civil Case Terminated. (dmr)
Feb 18, 2026
Terminate Civil Case
#35
Mar 17, 2026
First MOTION for Reconsideration re 34 Order by MOHAMED N SALEM. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 03/17/2026)
Main Document:
Reconsideration
Mar 17, 2026
Set/Reset Motion and R&R Deadlines/Hearings
Mar 17, 2026
Set Deadlines as to 35 First MOTION for Reconsideration re 34 Order . Motion set for 4/20/2026 before Judge Michael A. Shipp. Unless otherwise directed by the Court, this motion will be decided on the papers and no appearances are required. Note that this is an automatically generated message from the Clerk`s Office and does not supersede any previous or subsequent orders from the Court. (kht)
#36
Apr 06, 2026
Letter from U.S. Attorney's Office seeking 1-day extension of response deadline by consent. (BAJADA, FRANCES) (Entered: 04/06/2026)
Main Document:
Letter
#37
Apr 07, 2026
BRIEF in Opposition filed by PAMELA BONDI, TODD LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, JOHN TSOUKARIS, WARDEN OF ELIZABETH DETENTION CENTER, WARDEN OF THE DELANEY HALL DETENTION FACILITY re 35 First MOTION for Reconsideration re 34 Order (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Form I-830, # 2 Exhibit B - March 13, 2026 IJ Order, # 3 Exhibit C - Filing Receipt for Appeal, # 4 Exhibit D - October 10, 2024 Form I-860)(BAJADA, FRANCES) (Entered: 04/07/2026)
Main Document:
Brief in Opposition to Motion
#38
May 25, 2026
Second MOTION for Reconsideration by MOHAMED N SALEM. (OREL, SERGEI) (Entered: 05/25/2026)
Main Document:
Reconsideration
May 26, 2026
Set/Reset Motion and R&R Deadlines/Hearings
May 26, 2026
Set Deadlines as to 38 Second MOTION for Reconsideration . Motion set for 7/6/2026 before Judge Michael A. Shipp. Unless otherwise directed by the Court, this motion will be decided on the papers and no appearances are required. Note that this is an automatically generated message from the Clerk`s Office and does not supersede any previous or subsequent orders from the Court. (arm)
#39
Jun 22, 2026
Response in Opposition to Motion
Main Document:
Response in Opposition to Motion
Parties
SALEM
Party
TSOUKARIS
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