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Document 20-cr-00880

AI Analysis

Summary: The document is a court filing by the US Attorney's office expressing concerns about Ghislaine Maxwell's detention conditions at MDC, including excessive searching despite 24/7 surveillance. The filing requests Warden Tellez to provide a first-hand accounting to the Court on the detention conditions.
Significance: This document highlights concerns about Ghislaine Maxwell's detention conditions and requests the Warden to provide information to the Court, potentially impacting the case.
Key Topics: Ghislaine Maxwell's detention conditions Search procedures and surveillance at MDC Request for Warden Tellez to provide information to the Court
Key People:
  • Ghislaine Maxwell - Defendant in the case
  • Warden Tellez - Warden at MDC, responsible for Maxwell's detention
  • Audrey Strauss - Acting United States Attorney
  • Maurene Comey - Assistant United States Attorney
  • Alison Moe - Assistant United States Attorney
  • Lara Pomerantz - Assistant United States Attorney

Full Text

Case#: 20-cr-00880 Adjnt Bocument 77/01 Filed 01/12/21 Page 220f 2 Page 2 searching (e.g., weekly body scan, 15-minute interval flashlight checks at night, and open-mouth inspection) despite being surveilled 24/7 by a dedicated three-guard security detail and two cameras; and the reason she is not being moved to the day room, which we understood was the original plan (and would reduce searching). Receipt of the letter was acknowledged, but to date there has been no response and little, if any, redress to the most serious conditions. Upon information and belief, decisions concerning Ms. Maxwell's specialized detention are made by Warden Tellez, or from others outside the MDC. A report from the MDC Legal Department would provide second-hand information. Accordingly, Warden Tellez should be directed to provide a first-hand accounting to the Court and counsel why Ms. Maxwell is being detained under such individualized conditions. Your consideration is greatly appreciated. Respectfully submitted, AUDREY STRAUSS Acting United States Attorney By: s/ Maurene Comey / Alison Moe / Lara Pomerantz Assistant United States Attorneys Southern District of New York Tel: (212) 637-2324 Cc: All Counsel of Record (By ECF) DOJ-OGR-00001346