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Richardson v. Reno

Southern District of FloridaEdward B. DavisDecided February 13, 1998

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Agency ICE Read by a model
This admission resulted in the INS detaining Richardson at Krome Detention Center without opportunity for release on bond while it instituted removal proceedings.
Form or filing None named Read by a model
What the suit asked for Not recorded Read by a model
Kind of order A ruling on a motion or the petition Read by a model
Accordingly, it is ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that the petition for writ of habeas corpus is GRANTED and that Respondent's Motion to Dismiss is DENIED.
Motion decided Motion to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction Read by a model
Respondents' Motion to Dismiss Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus and Complaint for Declaratory, Injunctive and Mandamus Relief for Lack of Subject Matter Jurisdiction (filed December 5, 1997).
Whose motion Cross-motions Read by a model
BEFORE THE COURT IS Petitioner's Amended Application for Writ of Habeas Corpus (filed December 10, 1997), and Respondents' Motion to Dismiss Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus
Disposition Remanded to the agency Sent back to the agency, with or without instructions. Read by a model
This case is REMANDED TO THE INS for proceedings consistent with the above Order.
Prevailing party Applicant Read by a model
Specifically, the Court finds that Petitioner is entitled to an individualized hearing within eleven (11) days from the date stamped on this Order,
The other claims Relief ordered Read by a model
Specifically, the Court finds that Petitioner is entitled to an individualized hearing within eleven (11) days from the date stamped on this Order
Months pending Not stated Read by a model
TRAC factors The court did not weigh the TRAC factors Read by a model
Threshold rulings None Read by a model
Nationality Haiti Read by a model
Richardson is a native and citizen of Haiti.

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