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Summary
This legal document, filed on April 19, 2021, by the Law Offices of Bobbi C. Sternheim, argues for a continuance (delay) of the trial for their client, Ms. Maxwell. The defense contends that the government's proposed trial schedule is unrealistic, especially given a recent second superseding indictment, and that proceeding would violate Ms. Maxwell's constitutional rights. The filing also notes the prejudicial impact of Ms. Maxwell's continued detention and ongoing media coverage, and mentions an upcoming bail appeal hearing in the Second Circuit.
People (2)
| Name | Role | Context |
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| BOBBI C. STERNHEIM | Attorney |
Mentioned in the letterhead "LAW OFFICES OF BOBBI C. STERNHEIM".
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| Ms. Maxwell | Defendant/Client |
Mentioned throughout the document as the subject of the legal proceedings, for whom a continuance is being sought.
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Organizations (4)
| Name | Type | Context |
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| LAW OFFICES OF BOBBI C. STERNHEIM | Law firm |
Appears in the letterhead at the top of the document.
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| Court | Judiciary |
Mentioned as the body with whom the defense is prepared to discuss deadlines and to whom the details of Ms. Maxwell's...
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| Second Circuit | Judiciary |
Mentioned as the court that will hear oral argument on Ms. Maxwell's bail appeal on April 26th.
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| government | Government agency |
Referred to as the opposing party in the case, responsible for the revised trial estimate and the second superseding ...
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Timeline (4 events)
2021-04-26
The Second Circuit will hear oral argument on Ms. Maxwell's bail appeal.
Second Circuit
Ms. Maxwell's counsel
Second Circuit
2021-07-12
A trial scheduled based on a previous indictment, which the defense argues against proceeding with on this date.
Court
A second superseding indictment was issued, which introduced new charges and is used as a basis for justifying a continuance.
A potential future bail hearing that Ms. Maxwell reserves the right to seek depending on the Second Circuit's decision.
Relationships (2)
The document is a legal filing from the "LAW OFFICES OF BOBBI C. STERNHEIM" arguing on behalf of "Ms. Maxwell".
The document outlines the defense's opposition to the "government's" trial schedule and indictment, positioning them as opposing parties in a legal case.
Key Quotes (3)
"The government’s revised trial estimate from two to four weeks remains unrealistic and does not include jury selection, which will take longer than usual in this media-saturated case."Source
— LAW OFFICES OF BOBBI C. STERNHEIM
(Argument against the government's proposed trial schedule.)
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"To deny her a continuance undercuts her constitutional right to a fair trial and effective assistance of counsel."Source
— LAW OFFICES OF BOBBI C. STERNHEIM
(Legal argument for why delaying the trial is necessary for Ms. Maxwell.)
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"The denial of a continuance risks a miscarriage of justice."Source
— LAW OFFICES OF BOBBI C. STERNHEIM
(Concluding statement of a paragraph arguing for the necessity of a continuance.)
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Case 1:20-cr-00330-AJN Document 202 Filed 04/19/21 Page 30 of 8
LAW OFFICES OF BOBBI C. STERNHEIM
government in person to confer on a briefing schedule for supplemental pretrial motions, as well as other deadlines, which we are prepared to discuss with the Court at the arraignment.
The government’s revised trial estimate from two to four weeks remains unrealistic and does not include jury selection, which will take longer than usual in this media-saturated case. We oppose advancing jury selection beyond early distribution of questionnaires to prospective jurors. Even if the case were tried on the previous indictment on July 12th, carving off any time required for trial preparation is unwarranted and unfair.
A continuance is justified based on the second superseding indictment. The new charges up the ante and double Ms. Maxwell’s sentencing exposure. To deny her a continuance undercuts her constitutional right to a fair trial and effective assistance of counsel. A continuance - the need for which is caused solely by the government - is reasonable and necessary in defense of Ms. Maxwell. The denial of a continuance risks a miscarriage of justice.
Despite Its Necessity, A Continuance Further Prejudices Ms. Maxwell
A delay of the July 12th trial – especially one that accommodates counsel’s other trial schedules – has a direct and deleterious impact on Ms. Maxwell as a result of her continued detention, the details of which are well known to the Court. In addition to her prolonged detention, she is the victim on ongoing hostile media reporting which impacts the ability to seat fair and impartial jurors.
On April 26th, Second Circuit will hear oral argument on Ms. Maxwell’s bail appeal and may moot any need for a further bail application. Nonetheless, Ms. Maxwell reserves her right to seek a bail hearing depending on the Circuit’s decision.
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