Epstein

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1064
Events
1496
Documents
1871
Also known as:
Ed Epstein

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1064 total relationships
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person GHISLAINE MAXWELL
Business associate
26 Very Strong
25
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person MAXWELL
Business associate
13 Very Strong
30
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person Ms. Maxwell
Business associate
13 Very Strong
23
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person MAXWELL
Legal representative
13 Very Strong
15
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location United States
Legal representative
13 Very Strong
19
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person the defendant
Business associate
12 Very Strong
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person Lefkowitz
Client
11 Very Strong
7
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organization SDNY
Legal representative
11 Very Strong
11
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person Jack Goldberger
Client
11 Very Strong
7
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person CAROLYN
Abuser victim
11 Very Strong
7
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person defendant
Co conspirators
11 Very Strong
11
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person Ms. Maxwell
Co conspirators
11 Very Strong
11
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person Edwards
Legal representative
11 Very Strong
10
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person MAXWELL
Friend
11 Very Strong
19
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person MAXWELL
Co conspirators
11 Very Strong
56
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person Juan Alessi
Employee
11 Very Strong
6
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person MAXWELL
Co conspirator
10 Very Strong
6
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person Acosta
Prosecutor defendant
10 Very Strong
6
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person R. ALEXANDER ACOSTA
Legal representative
10 Very Strong
6
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person Lefcourt
Client
10 Very Strong
6
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person GHISLAINE MAXWELL
Friend
10 Very Strong
6
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person JANE
Abuser victim
10 Very Strong
8
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person the defendant
Co conspirators
10 Very Strong
14
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location Palm Beach residence
Ownership
10 Very Strong
5
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person USAO-SDFL
Legal representative
10 Very Strong
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Date Event Type Description Location Actions
N/A N/A Provision regarding USAO's efforts to obtain Epstein's computers and the safeguarding of these co... N/A View
N/A N/A Epstein's alleged sexual molestation of minor girls on a daily basis for many years, including at... West Palm Beach mansion View
N/A N/A Discussion about Ghislaine Maxwell's relationship with Epstein continuing and her responsibilitie... N/A View
N/A N/A Litigation involving Epstein where his lawyers attacked the credibility of the girls. N/A View
N/A N/A Discovery process blocked by Epstein and co-conspirators, leading to the need for alternative inv... N/A View
N/A N/A Ghislaine Maxwell began looking for real estate for her dad and Epstein asked for help finding an... N/A View
N/A N/A Epstein asked Ghislaine Maxwell to continue helping him (find a house, etc.) after her father's d... N/A View
N/A N/A Epstein's alleged criminal scheme and the defense's efforts to secure non-prosecution and immigra... N/A View
N/A N/A Agreement provisions precluding criminal charges and immigration proceedings against certain indi... N/A View
N/A N/A Federal investigation resolved through a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA). N/A View
N/A N/A Epstein's plea agreement and sentencing for an 18-month incarceration, reduced from a 'non-negoti... N/A View
N/A N/A Plaintiffs' motion to deny a protective order, which seeks to exclude Epstein from depositions, i... Court proceedings View
N/A N/A Minor girl (Jane Doe #5) was taken to Epstein's mansion on El Brillo Way for massages and/or sex ... Epstein's mansion on El Bri... View
N/A N/A Epstein serving 12 months of house arrest at his Palm Beach home, with curfew, no unsupervised co... Palm Beach home View
N/A N/A District Court's findings and application of sentencing guidelines, including a four-level leader... N/A View
N/A N/A 11-month investigation by Palm Beach police into Epstein paying underage girls for massages and s... El Brillo Way home View
N/A N/A State Attorney Barry Krischer declined to prosecute Epstein on unlawful sex acts with minors, ins... N/A View
N/A N/A Notification received by OPR from FBI and USAO regarding federal investigation and Epstein's plea. N/A View
N/A N/A Epstein's state plea hearing. N/A View
N/A N/A Menchel made substantive changes to Villafaña's draft letter concerning Epstein's plea deal, incl... N/A View
N/A N/A Epstein's plea deal (non-prosecution agreement) for two prostitution charges. state court View
N/A N/A Epstein served 13 months in Palm Beach County jail with work release privileges. Palm Beach County jail View
N/A N/A FBI investigation into Epstein's international sex trafficking organization was quashed. N/A View
N/A N/A Relocation of victims from Palm Beach to other places in the U.S. (including Southern District of... Palm Beach, other places in... View
N/A N/A Epstein's attempt to get out of the NPA after it was signed. N/A View

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This document details changes made by Menchel to a draft letter by Villafaña regarding Jeffrey Epstein's potential plea deal, focusing on the shift from a federal plea to a state imprisonment term. It highlights the involvement of several individuals including Acosta, Sloman, and Lourie in discussions and decisions surrounding the Rule 11(c) plea, with an email from Villafaña to Sloman on September 6, 2007, suggesting Acosta's ultimate decision to nix the federal plea.

Report excerpt / legal document analysis
2025-11-20

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Michelle left a message for Tosh to call rlardo on Epstein. The message is related to a public record. The document is a record of communication.

Message
2025-11-20

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This document is an 'Important Message' slip for Vanessa Grigoriadis of NY Magazine, with phone number 212-508-0785. The message, noted at 5:10 P.M., is from 'Epstein'. The document includes a Public Records Request No. 19-372.

Phone message slip
2025-11-20

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This document is an 'Important Message' slip dated 7/26, indicating that a message was left for 'Dave Gould' at 2:20 P.M. The message content simply states 'Epstein', suggesting a communication or reference to Epstein. The form is a standard 'TOP's FORM 4009' message slip.

Message slip
2025-11-20

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This document contains two phone message slips dated July 25th. One message is for Tim Malloy, noting a 'Running Story @ 5pm re Epstein'. The second message is for Wan Kerep of PB Daily News, stating 'Indictment for Epstein'.

Phone message slips
2025-11-20

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This document excerpt details two main points: findings from a MySpace webpage regarding an individual falsely claiming to be 18 years old and allegations of Juan Alessi burglarizing Epstein's home. The MySpace findings, including provocative content and claims of high earnings, were provided to the PBPD defense but not included in official reports. Juan Alessi, a former employee, was caught on tape stealing cash from Epstein's Palm Beach residence in 2003, admitted to the burglaries, and made a statement regarding Epstein's massages, though his criminal history and mental instability were also not included in official police reports.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document details inconsistencies and omissions in Police Reports and probable cause affidavits related to meetings between defense counsel and the State Attorney's Office concerning Epstein, and the discovery of surveillance equipment and other items at Epstein's residence. It highlights instances where information was allegedly misrepresented or omitted, such as the PBPD's failure to attend a meeting where Epstein's psycho-sexual evaluation was presented, and the characterization of items found in Epstein's home.

Report excerpt / legal document
2025-11-20

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This document is an excerpt from a legal agreement where Epstein asserts and certifies his understanding of its terms. He acknowledges the right to a speedy trial but agrees to waive certain rights regarding prosecution delays and the method of charging (information instead of grand jury indictment) if a prosecution arises from a grand jury investigation. The agreement allows the United States to terminate it and prosecute Epstein or others for federal offenses if conditions are breached.

Legal agreement / plea agreement
2025-11-20

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This document outlines an agreement to defer federal prosecution of Epstein in the Southern District of Florida, contingent on his compliance with specific conditions and actions with the State Attorney's Office. The agreement, authorized by R. Alexander Acosta, states that federal prosecution will be deferred in favor of state prosecution, and if Epstein fulfills all terms, federal charges will be dismissed; however, if he violates the agreement, federal prosecution may be initiated.

Legal document / agreement
2025-11-20

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This document is an excerpt from a legal agreement or plea agreement involving Epstein. It details conditions of his plea, including waiving rights to challenge information and appeal, and not contesting the jurisdiction or victim status of minors. The agreement outlines the United States' obligations to provide a victim list and seek a guardian ad litem, and sets dates for Epstein's sentencing (September 28, 2007) and commencement of sentence (October 15, 2007).

Legal agreement / plea agreement excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document outlines an agreement concerning Jeffrey Epstein, where federal prosecution by the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida is deferred in favor of state prosecution by the State of Florida, contingent on Epstein abiding by certain conditions. Epstein is required to plead guilty (nolo contendere) to charges including lewd and lascivious battery on a child, solicitation of minors for prostitution, and engaging in sexual activity with minors, with a joint recommendation for at least two years in prison without probation or community control.

Legal agreement / plea agreement terms
2025-11-20

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This document details that victims provided information to OPR regarding their contacts with the FBI and USAO, and OPR also received notifications from the FBI and USAO. This activity occurred before the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) was signed or Epstein's state plea hearing, and concerned the federal investigation and Epstein's plea. OPR ultimately received information related to 13 victims.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document is an excerpt from an OPR report analyzing the handling of the federal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. It concludes that former U.S. Attorney Acosta, while not committing professional misconduct, exercised 'poor judgment' in resolving the case through a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) with a state-based plea, citing his failure to complete investigative steps and agreeing to problematic terms. The report states that Acosta's decision was not found to be based on corruption or Epstein's wealth, status, or associations.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document discusses issues related to victim communication and transparency surrounding the Epstein case, highlighting how the non-prosecution agreement (NPA) was kept secret, leading to victims feeling ignored and public criticism. It criticizes the USAO for not prioritizing victim communications and notes that decisions by Acosta, Sloman, and Villafaña contributed to these problems, emphasizing the need for more unified and transparent engagement with victims. OPR recognizes inconsistencies in communication between the FBI and USAO and suggests greater oversight in future cases involving multiple Department components.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document analyzes legal conduct related to the Epstein case, focusing on prosecutor Villafaña's alleged misrepresentations and omissions regarding a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) to victims and attorney Edwards in early 2008. It discusses whether her actions violated Florida Rules of Professional Conduct (FRPC) concerning false statements and dishonest conduct, referencing the Eleventh Circuit's findings on the government's handling of victim notifications. The text cites several Florida Bar legal cases to support its analysis of attorney conduct and intent.

Legal analysis / report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document details the Office of Professional Responsibility's (OPR) findings and criticisms regarding Acosta's handling of victim notification in the Epstein case. It focuses on Acosta's personal involvement in the notification process, his decision to defer responsibility to the State Attorney, and his failure to ensure victims were properly informed of Epstein's state court pleas, despite his staff's efforts. The document highlights the inadequate communication and coordination between the USAO, Acosta, and the State Attorney's Office concerning victim notification.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document, an excerpt from a legal report, discusses the handling of victim notification in the Jeffrey Epstein case, specifically focusing on the roles of Sloman, Villafaña, and PBPD Chief Reiter, and the subsequent review of prosecutor Acosta's actions by OPR. It analyzes whether federal victim notification laws (CVRA/VRRA) applied to state court proceedings and concludes that Acosta's deferral of victim notification to the State Attorney's Office did not constitute professional misconduct. Legal citations and quotes from individuals involved are provided to support the analysis.

Report excerpt / legal analysis
2025-11-20

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This document analyzes Acosta's decision regarding victim notification in the Epstein case, concluding that while he didn't violate clear standards by deferring to state authorities, he exercised poor judgment by failing to ensure federal investigation victims were notified. The report details the USAO's initial stance, Epstein's attorneys' challenges in late 2007, and the subsequent decisions made by Acosta, including a strategic postponement of NPA notification based on Villafaña and case agents' concerns. OPR's findings were met with strong disagreement from Acosta regarding the applied standard.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document details investigative activities related to Jeffrey Epstein in late 2007 and 2008, focusing on Villafaña's role in preparing for a potential trial and federal charges, despite an existing Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA). It highlights efforts to identify new victims, revise prosecution strategies, and secure legal representation for victims, while also noting internal communications about the likelihood of charges and the ongoing nature of the investigation.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document excerpt details discussions among USAO personnel regarding victim notification and consultation prior to the signing of a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) on September 24, 2007. Key individuals like Villafaña, Sloman, Acosta, and Menchel debated the necessity of victim involvement, with some believing it was not required or that disclosures would be confidential, while concerns were raised about victims seeking damages from Epstein. The text highlights differing interpretations of CVRA obligations and internal communications leading up to the NPA.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document discusses the application of victim rights legislation (VRRA and CVRA) to the Epstein investigation, specifically focusing on victim notification and consultation. It details how the VRRA's provisions regarding victim services and notice may have applied to Epstein's case, and OPR's findings on whether the lack of victim consultation was intended to silence victims, highlighting conflicting recollections among individuals involved.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document details events surrounding Epstein's state plea, focusing on victim notification failures and the actions of various legal and investigative parties. It highlights Villafaña's efforts to identify victims and contact their attorneys, and statements from victims (Wild, Jane Doe #2) expressing their lack of awareness regarding the plea's implications for their cases. The document also notes discrepancies in the State Attorney's Office's communication about the case closure and Epstein's sentence.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document excerpt details discussions and concerns surrounding victim notification and the handling of Jeffrey Epstein's case. Key figures like Sloman, Villafaña, and Acosta provided accounts to OPR regarding the federal plea process, communication between federal and state authorities, and the challenges of victim identification and notification, including a potential $150,000 payment for victims. The text also highlights discrepancies in victim counts and the impact of Epstein's defense team on inter-agency communications.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document details interactions between prosecutor Villafaña, attorney Edwards, and victims' attorneys concerning the investigation and prosecution of Epstein. Villafaña provided Edwards with the impression of an ongoing, expansive federal investigation but did not disclose the existence of a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) or other specific case details, citing prosecutorial challenges and grand jury confidentiality. The document also highlights difficulties victims' attorneys faced in obtaining information from Villafaña and notes a government admission that federal charges and the NPA were discussed between Villafaña and Edwards.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document details an interview with Villafaña regarding her interactions with victims in a case involving Epstein. It describes her communications about a non-prosecution agreement, the victims' concerns about the legal process and potential exaggeration of claims, and her rationale for not discussing the agreement with some victims. It also includes statements from a CEOS Trial Attorney and an FBI agent about victim notifications and interviews.

Legal document excerpt
2025-11-20
Total Received
$150,000,000.00
6 transactions
Total Paid
$83,002,050.00
41 transactions
Net Flow
$66,997,950.00
47 total transactions
Date Type From To Amount Description Actions
N/A Paid Epstein GHISLAINE MAXWELL $0.00 Epstein paid for a lot in Ghislaine Maxwell's l... View
N/A Paid Epstein Unspecified recip... $0.00 Mention of a 'donation' Epstein had made on a d... View
N/A Paid Epstein underprivileged g... $200.00 Payment for massages View
N/A Paid Epstein underprivileged g... $300.00 Payment for massages View
N/A Paid Epstein Defense Attorneys $0.00 Cost of Epstein's defense View
N/A Paid Epstein victim $300.00 Payment for services (massage) View
N/A Paid Epstein Bill Richardson (... $0.00 Campaign donations from Epstein that Richardson... View
N/A Paid Epstein [REDACTED] $350.00 Payment for massage View
N/A Paid Epstein Harvard $30,000,000.00 Donation for a theoretical physics research cen... View
N/A Paid Epstein MD $200.00 Payment for providing a massage (first incident). View
N/A Paid Epstein MD $200.00 Payment for providing a massage (second incident). View
N/A Paid Epstein Jane Doe #5 $200.00 Payment for giving a massage. View
N/A Paid Epstein GHISLAINE MAXWELL $0.00 Epstein paid Ghislaine Maxwell millions and mil... View
N/A Paid Epstein The Defendant (Gh... $10,000,000.00 Bequest included in defendant's assets for dete... View
N/A Paid Epstein Edwards' clients $0.00 Settlement amounts Epstein voluntarily agreed t... View
N/A Paid Epstein Ms. Maxwell $10,000,000.00 Bequest listed as an asset View
N/A Paid Epstein Ms. Maxwell $10,000,000.00 Bequest from estate View
N/A Paid Epstein Interlochen Arts ... $0.00 Alleged payment for 'Jane'. The document text s... View
N/A Paid Epstein [REDACTED] $300.00 Payment for massage services View
N/A Paid Epstein Victims (implied) $0.00 Reference to 'Epstein's agreement... to provide... View
N/A Received Edwards Epstein $0.00 Epstein is attempting to force Edwards to pay '... View
N/A Paid Epstein Unknown (Construc... $0.00 Purchase or construction of a cabin at Interloc... View
N/A Paid Epstein Interlochen School $0.00 Possible donation of the cabin to the school (w... View
N/A Paid Epstein the defendant $0.00 Receipt of funds mentioned in context of missin... View
N/A Paid Epstein victims $0.00 General reference to victims' right to seek dam... View
As Sender
47
As Recipient
44
Total
91

Decision not to prosecute

From: Epstein
To: Capt. Elmer Gudger

Epstein personally met with Capt. Elmer Gudger and advised him that he no longer wished to prosecute Juan Alessi for burglary and theft.

In-person meeting
N/A

Ghislaine being there

From: Epstein
To: ["Annie's mom"]

Epstein called Annie's mom and talked to her about Ghislaine being present for a trip.

Phone call
N/A

Recruitment

From: Epstein
To: Dobbs

Epstein told Dobbs 'You can bring girls.'

Conversation
N/A

Complaint

From: Epstein
To: Edwards/Victims

Epstein filed a complaint which Edwards alleges was done without probable cause for the purpose of extortion.

Legal filing
N/A

Job offer

From: Epstein
To: Maria

Epstein called Maria and offered her a job at his mansion in New York City.

Phone call
N/A

Future contact

From: Epstein
To: other girl in the car

If a girl had not been to his home before, Epstein asked for her phone number to contact her in the future.

Request for contact information
N/A

Unwanted touching

From: JS
To: Epstein

During the second massage, JS told Epstein she didn't want to be touched after he attempted to touch her breasts.

Verbal statement
N/A

Important Message

From: Epstein
To: Vanessa Grigoriadis

A message from 'Epstein' for Vanessa Grigoriadis of NY Magazine, to be delivered at 5:10 P.M. The message itself is simply 'Epstein'.

Message
N/A

Recruiting other girls

From: Epstein
To: girls who performed ma...

Epstein encouraged girls to find other girls interested in performing massages for him.

Recruitment instruction
N/A

No Subject

From: accusers
To: Epstein

Accusers offered to send photos to Epstein while he was in jail.

Offer to send photos
N/A

Second thoughts about public figure status

From: Epstein
To: Carter

Epstein called Carter to say he was having second thoughts about being a public figure.

Call
N/A

No Subject

From: EVA
To: Epstein

Email communication regarding Eva being in Paris and flying back, suggesting a close relationship with Epstein.

Email
N/A

Ongoing communication

From: Kate
To: Epstein

The witness, Kate, describes her communications with Epstein during her twenties and early thirties as having a 'friendly' tone. She continued communicating because she did not want to admit what had happened to her and was fearful of disengaging.

Communication
N/A

Maria's artistic career

From: eileen
To: Epstein

Burt Fields or Eileen Guggenheim spoke to Epstein about Maria to help advance her artistic career.

Conversation
N/A

No Subject

From: Epstein
To: Minor Victim-4

A shipment from Epstein’s address in New York to Minor Victim-4, reflected in Federal Express records.

Shipment
N/A

No Subject

From: Epstein
To: Minor Victim-4

A shipment from Epstein’s address in New York to Minor Victim-4, reflected in Federal Express records.

Shipment
N/A

No Subject

From: Jane
To: Epstein

A photograph was sent to Epstein with a note saying 'Thanks for rocking my world'.

Written note/photograph
N/A

Unknown

From: Unknown
To: Epstein

Epstein was on the phone at the beginning of the massage session with ML.

Phone call
N/A

Future contact for work

From: Epstein
To: ML

Epstein told ML to leave her telephone number with his assistant so she could be contacted for work again.

In-person request
N/A

Socializing

From: David Copperfield
To: Epstein

Copperfield called Epstein frequently and left messages indicating they socialized together.

Call/message
N/A

Instruction to write down contact information

From: Epstein
To: ["Jane Doe"]

After the alleged assault, Epstein told Jane Doe to write down her name and phone number.

Verbal command
N/A

No Subject

From: CAROLYN
To: Epstein

Message pads entered at trial show Carolyn called Epstein several times in the summer of 2004: once in late April or early May, again on July 6, and again on July 30.

Phone call
N/A

No Subject

From: CAROLYN
To: Epstein

Message pads entered at trial show Carolyn called Epstein several times in the summer of 2004: once in late April or early May, again on July 6, and again on July 30.

Phone call
N/A

Presence at New Mexico residence

From: Epstein
To: ["Detective Deborah An...

Epstein consistently notified Detective Deborah Anaya, a New Mexico official, whenever he spent time at his residence in New Mexico.

Notification
N/A

General conversation

From: Epstein
To: ["A. Farmer"]

The witness, A. Farmer, testified that she spoke with Epstein by phone approximately two or three times after her trip to New York.

Phone call
N/A

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