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017.pdf
This document is a transcript of a court conference held on November 25, 2019, regarding the case of United States v. Tova Noel and Michael Thomas, the correctional officers charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death. The proceedings cover the schedule for discovery production (including hundreds of hours of video), the setting of a trial date for April 20, 2020, and arguments regarding the relevance of an ongoing DOJ Inspector General report into the Bureau of Prisons. The court also addressed bail conditions, granting a travel restriction modification for Noel and an extension for Thomas to secure cosigners, but denying Noel's request to keep her personal firearm at home due to safety concerns for pretrial services officers.
014.pdf
This document is the transcript of the arraignment for Tova Noel and Michael Thomas, the two prison guards charged in connection with falsifying records related to Jeffrey Epstein's detention. The hearing took place on November 19, 2019, before Magistrate Judge Sarah Netburn in the Southern District of New York. Both defendants pleaded not guilty and were released on $100,000 bond with travel restrictions. A significant portion of the hearing involved a debate over whether Noel should be required to surrender her personal firearm; the judge ruled she must surrender it for the safety of pretrial services officers.
008.pdf
This document is an Appearance Bond and Order Setting Conditions of Release for Michael Thomas, a defendant in Case 19 CR 830 (AT), filed on November 11, 2019. Thomas was released on a $100,000 personal recognizance bond co-signed by sureties Alec Thomas and Qadriyyah Hill-Lora. Conditions of release include travel restrictions to NY/NJ, surrender of passport, prohibition of firearms and excessive alcohol, and a specific order to have no contact with his co-defendant unless counsel is present.
040.pdf
This document is a transcript of the bail decision hearing for Jeffrey Epstein held on July 18, 2019, before Judge Richard M. Berman. The court denied Epstein's request for pretrial release and granted the government's application for continued remand, citing clear and convincing evidence of danger to the community and a preponderance of evidence regarding flight risk. The judge highlighted evidence including seized cash, diamonds, a fake Austrian passport, and testimony from victims Annie Farmer and Courtney Wild regarding their fear of the defendant.
032.pdf
This document is a Decision & Order by U.S. District Judge Richard M. Berman denying Jeffrey Epstein's request for pretrial release and granting the Government's motion for remand (detention). The Court concludes that the Government has shown by clear and convincing evidence that Epstein poses a danger to the community, citing testimony from victims and evidence of potential witness tampering and non-compliance with sex offender registration. Additionally, the Court finds by a preponderance of the evidence that Epstein is a flight risk due to his vast wealth, international ties, and the potential for a lengthy prison sentence, and determines that the defense's proposed bail package is inadequate to mitigate these risks.
031.pdf
A legal letter from attorney Marc Fernich to Judge Richard Berman defending Jeffrey Epstein regarding a foreign passport found in his possession. The defense argues the passport, which bore a non-Jewish name, was given to Epstein by a friend for protection against hijacking and was never actually used for travel. The letter asserts Epstein is solely a US citizen and requests the original document be brought to court for inspection.
011.pdf
This document is a letter from the U.S. Attorney's Office to Judge Richard Berman arguing for the pretrial detention of Jeffrey Epstein. The Government outlines Epstein's extreme flight risk due to his wealth (over $500 million), international ties (Paris, US Virgin Islands), and access to private aircraft (noting over 20 international flights since 2018). It also details the danger he poses to the community, citing the recent discovery of lewd photos of minors in his home and a history of witness intimidation, including specific wire transfers made to potential witnesses following negative press coverage in late 2018.
006.pdf
This document is a letter from Jeffrey Epstein's defense counsel to Judge Richard Berman arguing for pretrial release on bail. The defense proposes strict conditions including home detention, GPS monitoring, and a substantial bond secured by Epstein's $77 million Manhattan home and private jet, with his brother and friend as co-sureties. The letter argues Epstein is not a flight risk (citing his U.S. ties and surrender of passport) and that the current charges are barred by a 2007 Non-Prosecution Agreement.
EFTA00037849.pdf
This document is an email chain from July 8, 2019, between the Southern District of New York (SDNY) Assistant United States Attorney's office and Pretrial Services regarding the processing of Jeffrey Epstein. The emails coordinate the transfer of information, including the sealed indictment (19 Cr. 490), Epstein's date of birth (1/20/53), and the Government's intent to seek detention. Notably, it references a search warrant executed 'this weekend' (prior to July 8) at Epstein's residence where 'images' were discovered.
EFTA00030247.pdf
This document is a letter from the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York to Judge Richard Berman, arguing strongly for the pretrial detention of Jeffrey Epstein. The government contends that Epstein presents an extreme flight risk due to his vast wealth (estimated at over $500 million), private jet, and international ties (residences in Paris and Virgin Islands), and poses a danger to the community as a 'serial sexual predator' with a history of witness manipulation. The letter rejects Epstein's proposed bail package—which included house arrest with private security—as inadequate, citing his ability to flee and the severity of the charges which carry a potential life sentence.
EFTA00030179.pdf
This document is an email chain from July 8, 2019, regarding the case U.S. v. Epstein (19 Cr. 490). The correspondence is between an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and a Pretrial Technician. The AUSA provides a Government bail memorandum arguing that no conditions of release would ensure the defendant's appearance or community safety. Subsequent emails confirm that arresting agents and a specific officer have been informed of the proceedings.
EFTA00030161.pdf
This document contains an email chain between Jeffrey Epstein's defense attorney, Martin Weinberg, and government prosecutors (names redacted) from July 6-7, 2019. The correspondence coordinates the logistics for unsealing the indictment against Epstein, his upcoming court presentation at 500 Pearl Street, and discussions regarding bail arguments and search warrant inventories. Weinberg also mentions being with attorney Reid Weingarten.
EFTA00029185.pdf
This document is an email from May 2021 containing an internal DOJ 'Urgent Matter Report' (UMR). The report details the decision by the USAO-SDNY to offer deferred prosecution agreements (DPAs) to Tova Noel and Michael Thomas, the correctional officers on duty when Jeffrey Epstein committed suicide in August 2019. The agreement requires them to admit guilt regarding falsified records, perform community service, and cooperate with the OIG investigation into the institutional failures at the MCC.
EFTA00029061.pdf
This document is an internal email chain discussing a Uniform Message Report (UMR) regarding deferred prosecution agreements for two correctional officers, Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. These officers were charged with making false statements and obstructing the lawful function of the MCC in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's suicide on August 10, 2019. The agreements require their cooperation with an OIG investigation, admission of guilt, and community service.
EFTA00028079.pdf
An internal email chain between U.S. Department of Justice (SDNY) officials dated July 15, 2019, discussing the procedural handling of Jeffrey Epstein's financial disclosures. The correspondence clarifies that Epstein declined to provide financial information to Pretrial Services upon arrest, instead opting to submit it directly to the court through his defense counsel. The officials confirm the document was originally submitted under seal and subsequently unsealed, noting they did not specifically ask for it in the manner it was provided.
EFTA00026636.pdf
An email exchange dated July 8, 2019, regarding the arrival of Jeffrey Epstein at Pretrial Services. Government officials discuss his pedigree information and coordinate the unsealing of indictment 19_Cr._490, explicitly stating that the Government will be seeking detention. The emails confirm Epstein's date of birth as 1/20/53.
EFTA00021400.pdf
This document is an email thread from July 15, 2019, between defense attorneys Reid Weingarten and Martin G. Weinberg and an Assistant U.S. Attorney from the SDNY regarding bail topics for Jeffrey Epstein. The prosecution asks specifically about information regarding a passport and whether Epstein holds citizenship or residency in any country other than the United States. Weingarten replies mentioning an 'unexpected potential conflict' and refers to the situation as a 'nightmare,' noting he is on the West Coast.
EFTA00020663.pdf
This document is an email chain dated July 14, 2020, providing a detailed log of legal calls made by Ghislaine Maxwell (USMS No. 02879-509) between July 6 and July 14, 2020. The sender forwards this list to ensure that 'Mark' (likely Mark Cohen or opposing counsel) does not misrepresent Maxwell's access to counsel during an upcoming hearing. The log details dates, times, durations, and participants of the calls, which primarily include attorneys Christian Everdell, Mark Cohen, Laura Menninger, and Jeff Pagliuca, as well as Lea Harmon from Pretrial Services.
EFTA00019291.pdf
This document is a Reply Memorandum filed by Ghislaine Maxwell's defense team on December 18, 2020, in support of her renewed motion for bail. The defense argues that the government lacks significant documentary evidence, relies solely on witness testimony from decades ago, and that Maxwell has strong ties to the U.S. through her spouse (whose name is redacted) and friends who have pledged assets. The document also addresses flight risk concerns, arguing that extradition from France or the UK is possible or unlikely to be needed due to waivers, and cites a COVID-19 surge at the detention center as further justification for release.
EFTA00018709.pdf
This document is a legal memorandum submitted on February 23, 2021, supporting Ghislaine Maxwell's third motion for release on bail in the SDNY. Maxwell proposes two new conditions to assure her appearance: formally renouncing her French and British citizenships to prevent flight to those countries, and placing all assets (except legal fees and living expenses) into a new account monitored by retired Judge William S. Duffey, Jr. The defense argues these unprecedented conditions, combined with her strong ties to the US, negate flight risk and claims she is being unfairly treated as a substitute for Jeffrey Epstein.
EFTA00015606.pdf
This document is a court transcript from a conference, initial appearance, arraignment, and bail hearing for Jeffrey Epstein on July 8, 2019, before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman. Epstein is charged with sex trafficking conspiracy and substantive sex trafficking offenses, to which he pled not guilty. The government argued for his detention due to extraordinary risk of flight and danger, citing a years-long scheme to sexually abuse underage girls.
EFTA00015602.pdf
This document contains a chain of emails between defense attorney Martin Weinberg and federal prosecutors regarding the indictment and arrest of Jeffrey Epstein in July 2019. The correspondence coordinates the logistics of Epstein's initial court appearance, the unsealing of the indictment, and discussions regarding bail/detention strategies. It also touches upon the execution of a search warrant and the handling of potentially privileged materials.
EFTA00015599.pdf
This document contains an email chain from July 6-7, 2019, between Jeffrey Epstein's defense attorney, Martin Weinberg, and federal prosecutors regarding the imminent unsealing of the indictment against Epstein. The emails discuss the logistics of Epstein's court presentation at 500 Pearl Street on Monday (July 8), potential bail arguments versus consent to detention, and the execution of a search warrant with concerns regarding attorney-client privilege.
EFTA00015532.pdf
This document is a letter from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of New York, to Judge Richard M. Berman regarding the detention of Jeffrey Epstein. The letter argues against Epstein's pretrial release, citing his history of sexual abuse, substantial evidence of guilt, vast wealth, and high flight risk, emphasizing that proposed bail conditions are inadequate.
EFTA00014629.pdf
This document is a court transcript from July 18, 2019, recording Judge Richard M. Berman's decision to deny bail for Jeffrey Epstein. The judge cites 'danger to the community' and 'risk of flight' as primary reasons for remand, noting evidence such as sexually explicit photos, a fake Austrian passport, diamonds, and large amounts of cash seized from Epstein's mansion. The transcript also schedules a follow-up conference for July 31, 2019.
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