This document is a transcript of an interview conducted by the Department of Justice's Office of Professional Responsibility with R. Alexander Acosta on October 18, 2019. The interview focuses on Acosta's tenure as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida and his office's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, specifically the decision to enter into a non-prosecution agreement in 2007. The transcript details discussions regarding the intake of the case, the assessment of evidence and legal issues including the petite policy, management decisions, and interactions with defense counsel.
This document is a transcript of a deposition or interview with R. Alexander Acosta, conducted by the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) regarding the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida. The transcript covers discussions about the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA), victim notification issues, internal Department of Justice communications, and interactions with Epstein's defense team, including Ken Starr and Jay Lefkowitz. Acosta defends his office's decisions, emphasizing the goal of securing sex offender registration and restitution, while addressing criticisms regarding the perceived leniency and lack of transparency with victims.
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