Ghislaine Maxwell's defence team has made a bold move, demanding the US Department of Justice (DOJ) release a long-sealed 2006 interview with Jeffrey Epstein. The controversial request comes as Maxwell's lawyers allege prosecutorial misconduct in her high-profile sex trafficking case.
Maxwell's Legal Team Accuses Prosecutors of Withholding Evidence
In explosive court filings, Maxwell's attorneys claim federal prosecutors intentionally concealed Epstein's 2006 non-prosecution agreement interview. They argue this critical evidence could have significantly impacted Maxwell's defence strategy during her 2021 trial.
The defence alleges this amounts to a "flagrant violation" of legal procedures, stating: "The government's suppression of this material undermines the integrity of the entire judicial process."
Epstein's Controversial 2006 Deal Resurfaces
The demanded interview relates to Epstein's infamous 2006 plea deal, where he avoided federal charges for sex crimes in exchange for a controversial state plea. Maxwell's team insists this interview contains potentially exculpatory information about their client's involvement.
- The interview was conducted as part of Epstein's non-prosecution agreement
- Maxwell's lawyers claim it contains crucial context about her role
- Prosecutors allegedly failed to disclose this during her trial
Fallout from Maxwell's Conviction Continues
Maxwell, currently serving a 20-year sentence, maintains her innocence. Her legal team's latest motion represents another dramatic twist in a case that has captivated global attention since Epstein's 2019 death in prison.
Legal experts suggest this development could potentially lead to appeals or even a retrial if misconduct is proven. However, the DOJ has yet to publicly respond to these serious allegations.
