court filing: 20-cr-3608
Summary
The defense argues that the government's interpretation of Ms. Maxwell's actions is misleading and that her measures to protect herself and her family were necessary due to harassment and threats. The document also discusses the likelihood of extradition from France and the UK, with the defense presenting expert testimony to support their claim that Ms. Maxwell is committed to facing the charges.
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court filing: 20-0330
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.
court filing: 2017-00330-AUM-Document 010302 Filed 03/28/20 Page 8 of 15
The document is a court filing by the defense, responding to government allegations that Ms. Maxwell is a flight risk. It argues that the government's interpretations are unfounded and that Ms. Maxwell's actions were taken to protect herself and her family, not to flee. The defense also contests the government's views on extradition from France and the UK.
Expert Opinion/Declaration: 103-1
The document is an expert opinion by French lawyer William Julié on the extradition laws between the US and France. Julié argues that the French Minister of Justice's letter, which stated that France does not extradite its citizens outside the EU, is misleading and that the Extradition Treaty between the US and France gives France discretion to extradite its nationals. Julié also critiques the government's reliance on the Peterson case as a precedent.
court filing or affidavit: DOJ-OGR-00020048
The document presents expert testimony from Mr. Perry and Mr. Julié on extradition law, concluding that Ghislaine Maxwell's extradition to the US is likely and permissible under UK and French law. Mr. Perry's report assesses the UK extradition process, while Mr. Julié's report reviews the French extradition process. Both experts' opinions contradict certain representations made by the government at an initial hearing.
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.
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