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This is a Deferred Prosecution Agreement for Michael Thomas, a prison guard charged in connection with the falsification of records at the Metropolitan Correctional Center on August 9-10, 2019 (the night of Jeffrey Epstein's death). Thomas admits to willfully creating false 'count and round slips' for the Special Housing Unit. In exchange for 100 hours of community service, cooperation with the DOJ-OIG/FBI, and six months of good behavior, the government agrees to dismiss the indictment.

This document is a discovery letter dated April 14, 2021, from the U.S. Attorney's Office (SDNY) to the defense counsel for Michael Thomas, one of the guards charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death. The letter lists produced discovery materials including FBI reports and MCC documents, and provides statistical data from the Bureau of Prisons regarding disciplinary actions for log falsification and a list of inmate deaths at MCC and MDC over the last ten years, specifically listing Jeffrey Epstein's cause of death as 'Hanging' on August 10, 2019.

This document is a transcript of a court conference held on January 30, 2020, regarding the case United States v. Tova Noel and Michael Thomas, the guards charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death. The proceedings focus on setting a trial date; the defense requests a delay until October due to discovery volume and personal conflicts, while the prosecution argues for a June trial, emphasizing the case is limited to a specific '14-hour period.' The judge ultimately sets the trial for June 22, 2020, following a contentious exchange with defense attorney Jason Foy regarding family vacation schedules and professional obligations.

This document is a formal request filed on September 14, 2020, by defense attorney Montell Figgins in the case USA v. Michael Thomas (related to the Jeffrey Epstein prison guard prosecution). Figgins requests court permission for his client, Michael Thomas, to travel to Georgia to visit his sick father, noting that the pre-trial services officer does not oppose the request.

This document is a Deferred Prosecution Agreement for Michael Thomas, a Bureau of Prisons employee charged in connection with the events surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's death. Thomas admits to willfully falsifying count and round slips at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) on August 9 and 10, 2019. In exchange for this admission and compliance with conditions including 100 hours of community service and supervision, prosecution is deferred for six months, after which the indictment will be dismissed if successful.

This document is an addendum to a letter brief filed by attorney Montell Figgins in support of a deferred prosecution for Michael Thomas, a guard at the MCC charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death. The filing details Thomas's financial hardship, mental health struggles, and military service record as factors for leniency, while admitting that Thomas fell asleep during his overtime shift on August 10, 2019, before finding Epstein hanging at 5:00 AM. It highlights that Thomas is the only person who saw Epstein hanging and offers his cooperation with government agencies, noting he had lengthy conversations with Epstein prior to his death.

This is page 4 of a legal agreement filed on May 25, 2021, and signed on May 20, 2021. In it, the defendant, Michael Thomas, admits to falsifying records at the Metropolitan Correctional Center on August 9 and 10, 2019. Represented by his attorney Montell Figgins, Thomas waives his right to a speedy trial and acknowledges the agreement is subject to court approval.

This document is an email dated April 10, 2020, from attorney Montell Figgins to opposing counsel (recipients redacted). It serves as a transmittal for a refiled 'Motion to Compel Discovery' in the case of USA v. Michael Thomas, et al. Michael Thomas was one of the guards charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death in custody.

A formal discovery request letter from Montell Figgins, attorney for Michael Thomas (one of the guards on duty when Jeffrey Epstein died), addressed to an Assistant US Attorney in the SDNY. The letter requests all materials (reports, photos, videos) created or possessed by the United States Inspector General regarding the incident. The letter cites Rule 16(a)(1)(C) and U.S. v. Bryan as legal basis for the request.

This FBI FD-302 report documents a meeting on August 26, 2019, in Newark, NJ, where Shannon Farrar, an associate at the Law Offices of Montell Figgins, turned over Michael Thomas's Apple iPhone XS to an FBI Special Agent. Farrar also provided a 'Consent to search Computer/Electronic Equipment' form signed by Thomas. The agent placed the phone in airplane mode and provided a receipt for the property.

This document is a letter dated September 8, 2020, from attorney Montell Figgins to Judge Analisa Torres of the U.S. Southern District of New York. Figgins requests an adjournment of the trial for his client, Michael Thomas, in the case State of NY v Michael Thomas, et al. (Docket No. 1:19-cr-00830). He asks to move the trial from January 4, 2021, to approximately May 3, 2021, citing COVID-19, his own health concerns, and the need for more time to complete his investigation.

A 'Consent to Proceed by Videoconference' form filed in the Southern District of New York on September 10, 2020, for Case 1:19-cr-00830-AT. Defendant Michael Thomas (implicated in the falsification of records regarding Jeffrey Epstein's detention) and his attorney Montell Figgins signed the document on September 8, 2020, consenting to have a 'Status and/or Scheduling Conference' conducted via video. The document was approved by District Judge Analisa Torres.

This document is a formal request filed on September 8, 2020, by attorney Montell Figgins, representing Michael Thomas (one of the MCC guards charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death). Figgins asks Judge Analisa Torres to adjourn the trial scheduled for January 4, 2021, to May 3, 2021, citing COVID-19, personal health concerns, and the need for more time to complete his investigation. The letter is part of federal case 1:19-cr-00830.

A legal motion filed on September 14, 2020, by attorney Montell Figgins on behalf of Michael Thomas, a correctional officer charged in the Epstein case (Docket 1:19-cr-00830). The document requests court permission for Thomas to travel to Georgia to visit his sick father, noting that his pre-trial services officer does not oppose the trip. Judge Analisa Torres granted the request on the same day.

A court document filed on May 25, 2021, in the Southern District of New York for case 1:19-cr-00830 (United States v. Michael Thomas). The document is a 'Consent to Proceed by Videoconference' where defendant Michael Thomas agrees to participate in a Status and/or Scheduling Conference via video technology. It is signed by Michael Thomas and his attorney, Montell Figgins.

This document is a legal filing from March 10, 2021, in the case of USA v. Michael Thomas (one of the guards charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death). Defense attorney Montell Figgins requests court permission for Thomas to travel to Georgia to visit his sick father. Judge Analisa Torres granted the request on the same day.

This document is a legal letter filed on March 20, 2020, by Montell Figgins, Esq. of The Law Offices of Montell Figgins, LLC to Honorable Analisa Torres. It requests a 14-day extension to file a motion to dismiss for their client, Defendant Michael Thomas, in Case 1:19-cr-00830-AT, citing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their firm's operations and ability to complete the motion.

This is a 'Consent to Proceed by Videoconference' filed on September 10, 2020, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case 1:19-cr-00830). The defendant, Michael Thomas (one of the guards charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death), along with his attorney Montell Figgins, consented to holding a 'Status and/or Scheduling Conference' via video rather than in person. The document is signed by the defendant, his counsel, and Judge Analisa Torres.

This document is a formal discovery request dated January 29, 2020, from Montell Figgins (attorney for Michael Thomas) to AUSA Rebekah Donaleski regarding the case 'United States v. Michael Thomas' (incorrectly listed as State of NY in the Re: line, but with federal docket 1:19-cr-00830). The letter requests all materials (reports, photos, videos) possessed by the United States Inspector General pursuant to Rule 16(a)(1)(C). It cites U.S. v. Bryan as legal precedent for the entitlement to these documents.

This document is a court transcript from February 10, 2020, for the case of United States v. Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. Defense counsel Jason Foy, representing Tova Noel, requests that the trial scheduled for April 20, 2020, be adjourned to October 2020. The justification for the delay is the voluminous amount of discovery material, which requires more time for the defense to review in order to provide effective counsel.

This document is the concluding page of a legal motion (Document 33, Case 1:19-cr-00830-AT) filed on April 9, 2020. Attorney Montell Figgins, representing defendant Michael Thomas, requests that the court grant their Motion to Compel, arguing that requested reports are subject to Brady disclosure and should be produced within 45 days of the court's order.

This document is a legal letter filed on January 27, 2020, by Montell Figgins, the attorney for Michael Thomas (a prison guard charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death). Figgins states his intent to file a motion for dismissal based on selective prosecution and argues that the defense needs more time and access to Inspector General reports to prepare for trial, noting the government took over 90 days to investigate the incident. The letter is copied to prosecutors and counsel for the co-defendant, Noel.

This document is a letter motion filed on September 14, 2020, by defense attorney Montell Figgins to Judge Analisa Torres in the case USA v. Michael Thomas. The letter requests emergency permission for defendant Michael Thomas to travel to Georgia to visit his sick father, noting that his pre-trial services officer does not oppose the request. The document includes the Judge's signature and stamp granting the request on the same day.

This legal document is a letter dated March 20, 2020, from attorney Montell Figgins to Judge Analisa Torres of the U.S. Southern District of New York. Figgins is requesting a 14-day extension to file a motion to dismiss for his client, Michael Thomas, in case number 1:19-cr-00830. The reason for the request is the significant disruption to his law practice caused by the ongoing pandemic.

This document is a Notice of Appearance filed on November 26, 2019, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case No. 1:19-cr-830). Attorney Montell Figgins formally notifies the court and the Clerk that he is entering the case as counsel for the defendant, Michael Thomas. The document includes the attorney's contact information in Newark, New Jersey.

This document is a legal filing from March 10, 2021, in the case of USA v. Michael Thomas (one of the guards charged in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death). Defense attorney Montell Figgins requests court permission for Thomas to travel to Georgia to care for his sick father, noting that the pre-trial services officer does not oppose the request. Judge Analisa Torres granted the request on the same day.