Eastern District of New York • 1:26-cv-05612

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Sep 17, 2026

PETITION FOR WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 2241. Document filed by Andres David Rondon Serrano.(tro) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.] (Entered: 09/18/2026)

Sep 17, 2026

Case Designated ECF. (tro) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.]

Sep 17, 2026

Magistrate Judge Gary Stein is designated to handle matters that may be referred in this case. Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. Section 636(c), Fed. R. Civ. P. 73(b)(1), and Local Civil Rule 73.1, parties are notified that they may, with the approval of the assigned District Judge, consent to proceed before a United States Magistrate Judge. Parties who wish to consent may access the necessary form at the following link: https://nysd.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/2018-06/AO-3.pdf. (tro) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.]

Sep 17, 2026

CASE MANAGEMENT NOTE: For each electronic filing made in a case involving a self-represented party who has not consented to electronic service, the filing party must serve the document on such self-represented party in a manner permitted by Fed. R. Civ. P. 5(b)(2) (other than through the ECF system) and file proof of service for each document so served. Please see Rule 9.2 of the courts ECF Rules & Instructions for further information..(tro) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.]

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Sep 18, 2026

AMENDED STANDING ORDER IN RE PRO SE LITIGATION (See 24-MISC-127 Amended Standing Order filed August 19, 2026). To ensure that all cases heard in the Southern District of New York are handled promptly and efficiently, all parties must keep the court apprised of any new contact information. It is a party's obligation to provide an address of record. Service of court orders cannot be accomplished if a party does not update the court when a change of address occurs. Accordingly, all self-represented litigants are hereby ORDERED to inform the court of each change in their address or electronic contact information. If the court receives information that the address of record for a self-represented party is no longer valid, the court may issue an Order to Show Cause why the case should not be dismissed without prejudice for failure to comply with this order. Such order will be sent to the self-represented party's last known address and will also be viewable on the court's electronic docket. A party's failure to provide a valid address will not, however, preclude dismissal with prejudice for other reasons. A self-represented defendant who fails to comply with this Order by informing the court of a change of address or electronic contact information will be at risk of default or other sanctions. Self-represented parties may consent to electronic service to receive email notifications of all court filings, including court orders and all submissions filed by all parties. A party who consents to electronic service no longer receives regular mail delivery of court orders or submissions by other parties. Parties also may ask the court for permission to file documents electronically. Forms, including instructions for consenting to electronic service and requesting permission to file documents electronically, may be found by clicking on the hyperlinks in this order, or by accessing the forms on the court's website, https://nysd.uscourts.gov/forms. A notice directing the parties' attention to this Order shall be docketed (and mailed to any self-represented party who has appeared and has not consented to electronic service) upon the opening of each case or miscellaneous matter that is classified as pro se in the court's records, or upon notice to the court that a party is proceeding pro se. The Clerk of Court is directed to change the caption on 24-MC-127 to "In Re: Pro Se Litigation." (Signed by Judge Laura Taylor Swain on 8/19/2026) (tro) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.] (Entered: 09/18/2026)

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Sep 18, 2026

ORDER: The parties are directed to appear by telephone for a conference in connection with the petitioner's petition for a writ of habeas corpus today, Friday, September 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. The Government is requested to make the petitioner available with an interpreter for the telephone conference. The petitioner's next friend is requested to appear. Dial-in: 646-453-4442, with access code 67527833#. Pending a decision on the habeas petition or any amended petition, the petitioner shall not be transferred outside the Southern or Eastern District of New York or the District of New Jersey. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 9/18/2026) ( Telephone Conference set for 9/18/2026 at 04:00 PM before Judge John G. Koeltl.) (ks) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.] (Entered: 09/18/2026)

#4

Sep 18, 2026

ORDER: By Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the Government should provide the basic documents supporting the petitioner's detention, identify its position on venue, and assure that the petitioner receives a medical evaluation and any necessary medical treatment. The Government will propose the schedule for a response or a motion. The Door may contact other organizations that can provide legal assistance to the petitioner. A copy of this Order will be emailed to the petitioner's next friend, Ellinor Rutkey at erutkey@door.org and the Government should provide a copy to the petitioner at the MDC and confirm the delivery. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 9/18/2026) (mml) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.] (Entered: 09/21/2026)

Sep 18, 2026

MAILING RECEIPT: Document No: 2. Mailed to: Andres David RondonSerrano 26 Federal Plaza New York, NY 10278. (tro) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.]

Sep 18, 2026

Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge John G. Koeltl: Telephone Conference set for 9/18/2026 at 04:00 PM before Judge John G. Koeltl. Dial-in: 646 453-4442, with Conference ID 675 278 33#. (Fletcher, Donnie) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.]

Sep 21, 2026

MAILING RECEIPT: Document No: 4. Mailed to: Andres David RondonSerrano 26 Federal Plaza New York, NY 10278. [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.]

Sep 21, 2026

MAILING RECEIPT: Document No: 3. Mailed to: Andres David RondonSerrano 26 Federal Plaza New York, NY 10278. [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.]

#5

Sep 23, 2026

NOTICE OF APPEARANCE by Brandon Matthew Waterman on behalf of Todd Blanche, Kenneth Genalo, Markwane Mullin..(Waterman, Brandon) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.] (Entered: 09/23/2026)

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Sep 23, 2026

LETTER addressed to Judge John G. Koeltl from Brandon M. Waterman dated September 23, 2026 re: The Court's September 18 Order and Request to Transfer to the Eastern District of New York. Document filed by Todd Blanche, Kenneth Genalo, Markwane Mullin..(Waterman, Brandon) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.] (Entered: 09/23/2026)

#7

Sep 23, 2026

ORDER: Based on the Government's representation in its September 23, 2026 letter to the Court (ECF No. 6), venue for the petition is proper in the Eastern District of New York, but not in this District. Therefore, the Clerk is respectfully requested to transfer this action to the Eastern District of New York promptly and to waive the seven-day waiting period in Local Rule 83.1 so that this matter can be heard without delay. See 28 U.S.C. § 1406(a). The Government is requested to provide a copy of this Order to the petitioner and to the petitioner's best friend. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge John G. Koeltl on 9/23/2026) (mml) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.] (Entered: 09/24/2026)

Sep 23, 2026

CASE TRANSFERRED OUT ELECTRONICALLY from the U.S.D.C. Southern District of New York to the United States District Court - District of Eastern District of New York. (mml) [Transferred from New York Southern on 9/24/2026.]

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Sep 24, 2026

Case transferred in from District of New York Southern; Case Number 1:26-cv-08137. Original file certified copy of transfer order and docket sheet received. (Entered: 09/24/2026)

#9

Sep 24, 2026

NOTICE OF DEFICIENT FILING, litigant notified of deficiency(s) that must be corrected within fourteen (14) days. (RG) (Entered: 09/24/2026)

Sep 24, 2026

Case Transferred Out - District Transfer

Sep 24, 2026

ECF Admission and Registration Notification - Transfer

Sep 24, 2026

Order to Show Cause (463)

Sep 24, 2026

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE and Electronic Service upon the US Attorney's Office re 1 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus, filed by the petitioner. The United States Attorney, as attorney for the respondents, is directed to show cause by 5:00 p.m. on September 29, 2026, in writing, why the petition should not be granted, and why the respondents should not be ordered to release the petitioner immediately from detention. In its response, the government should explain the statutory authority for its detention of the petitioner, and, if applicable, whether the petition is controlled by the Second Circuit's opinion in Barbosa da Cunha v. Freden, 175 F.4th 61 (2d Cir. 2026) and this Court's opinions in Escalona v. Warden, No. 26-CV-3920, 2026 WL 2018505 (E.D.N.Y. July 13, 2026), and Diosa v. Warden, No. 26-CV-4068, 2026 WL 2056253 (E.D.N.Y. July 16, 2026). If so, the government may waive its rights to a response and submit a letter or otherwise consent to the petitioner's release without prejudice to its rights on appeal. If the government chooses to file a response, it must serve a copy of the response on the petitioner, with proof of service to the Clerk of this Court. As part of its response, the government is directed to file, under seal if necessary, any records, documents, or other information in the petitioner's immigration file, including Form I-213 (Record of Deportable/Inadmissible Alien), as well as any underlying records that the petitioner has not filed and upon which the government relies. The government must also advise the Court whether any property was seized from the petitioner when he was arrested, and file any records associated with the seizure of property. If the government files a response, the petitioner may file a reply by 5:00 p.m. on October 1, 2026, with proof of service to the Clerk of Court. To preserve the Court's jurisdiction pending a final ruling on the 1 petition, the petitioner shall not be removed from the United States unless and until the Court orders otherwise. See, e.g., Kuprashvili v. Flanagan, No. 25-CV-5268, 2025 WL 2382059 (S.D.N.Y. June 30, 2025) (collecting cases staying removal to maintain the status quo). Additionally, in light of the petitioner's interest in participating in further proceedings before this Court and maintaining adequate access to legal counsel throughout these proceedings, the petitioner shall not be transferred to a facility outside of this District. See Samb v. Joyce, No. 25-CV-6373, ECF No. 3 (S.D.N.Y. Aug. 4, 2025) (collecting cases in support of enjoining transfer of petitioner outside of New York City area). Service of a copy of this order, together with a copy of the petition, will be made by the Clerk of this Court through the electronic case filing system to the United States Attorney. Additionally, in light of the petitioner's transfer to the Metropolitan Detention Center, the government is directed to locate the petitioner and ensure service of this Order and the government's response to this Order. Ordered by Judge Ann M. Donnelly on 9/24/2026. (RS)

Sep 24, 2026

The case of Rondon Serrano v. Mullin et al, has been transferred from Southern District of New York to the Eastern District of New York. The new case number is 1:26-cv-05612-AMD. PLEASE NOTE: if you plan to continue representing your client(s), you must be admitted to practice before this court. You must do so by applying for Pro Hac Vice or permanent admission. To apply for Pro Hac Vice admission, you must first register for an ECF login and password. Please visit the Court's website at www.nyed.uscourts.gov/attorney-admissions for guidance. Once registered, you must electronically file a Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice. You must pay the required pro hac vice fee online. (CV)

#10

Sep 25, 2026

Joint MOTION for Extension of Time to File Response/Reply as to Order to Show Cause (463),,,,,,,,,,,, by Todd Blanche, Kenneth Genalo, markwane mullin. (Megaris, Alexandra) (Entered: 09/25/2026)

Sep 28, 2026

Order on Motion for Extension of Time to File Response/Reply

Sep 28, 2026

ORDER granting 10 Motion for Extension of Time to File Response/Reply. The government's deadline to respond to the Order to Show Cause is 5:00 p.m. on October 2, 2026. The petitioner's deadline to file his reply is 5:00 p.m. on October 9, 2026. Ordered by Judge Ann M. Donnelly on 9/28/2026. (RS)