court filing: 20-0330
Summary
The document argues that the court has jurisdiction to decide on bail conditions despite a pending appeal and that Ms. Maxwell's renunciation of her foreign citizenship is a valid condition of release, contrary to the government's assertion based on a letter from the French Ministry of Justice.
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Court Filing: 100
The government opposes Ghislaine Maxwell's renewed bail motion, arguing that she remains a flight risk due to the seriousness of the charges, strong evidence against her, and her financial resources and foreign ties. The court had previously denied bail after a thorough hearing, and the government contends that Maxwell's new bail package does not alter the court's prior finding.
Court Filing - Opinion and Order: 106
The court denies Ghislaine Maxwell's renewed motion for bail, concluding that she poses a risk of flight and that no combination of conditions can ensure her appearance. The decision is based on the serious charges against her, the strength of the government's evidence, and her substantial resources and foreign ties. The court had previously denied bail on July 14, 2020, and Maxwell did not appeal that decision.
Court Filing: 108
The defense team for Ghislaine Maxwell requested a two-week extension to file pretrial motions due to the large volume of discovery and COVID-19 related quarantine constraints. The government consented, and the court granted the request, adjusting the briefing schedule accordingly.
Court Filing: 109
The defense attorney for Ghislaine Maxwell requests a 30-day extension to file a notice of appeal for the court's order denying her renewed motion for bail, citing good cause due to potential new bail conditions and logistical pandemic-related challenges. The government objects to the requested extension. The extension is sought to allow Maxwell to consider a third bail application and to avoid unnecessary parallel proceedings.
Court Filing: 115
The defense requests that the court order the Bureau of Prisons to give Ghislaine Maxwell access to a laptop on weekends and holidays to review discovery. The government does not object, and the court grants the request.
Court Filing: 11702
The document discusses Ghislaine Maxwell's bail motion, the government's opposition, and the issue of jurisdiction while an appeal is pending. Maxwell's legal team proposes a strict bail package with 24/7 private security and pretrial supervision. The government argues that the court should not consider the bail motion due to a pending appeal, a position Maxwell's team contests.
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