Maxwell Letter to Judge Nathan

PRE-SENTENCING LETTER — GHISLAINE MAXWELL TO JUDGE NATHAN Case: United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell, 20-cr-330 (AJN) Filed: June 14, 2022 (pre-sentencing) Prior to her sentencing on June 28, 2022, Ghislaine Maxwell submitted a personal letter to Judge Alison J. Nathan requesting leniency. KEY STATEMENTS: - Maxwell acknowledged being in a relationship with Jeffrey Epstein - She expressed sorrow for the victims' suffering while maintaining her innocence - She stated that she was being held accountable for Epstein's crimes because he was no longer alive - She described her own experience in prison as difficult and isolating - She highlighted her family background and charitable work - She requested that the court consider her age and health in determining the sentence PROSECUTION'S POSITION: Prosecutors sought a sentence of 30-55 years, arguing that Maxwell played an integral role in Epstein's abuse and showed no genuine remorse. They noted that Maxwell continued to deny responsibility despite the jury's verdict. SENTENCE: Judge Nathan sentenced Maxwell to 20 years in federal prison, stating that Maxwell's conduct was "heinous and predatory" and that she played a "pivotal role" in Epstein's abuse. Source: SDNY Court Records Available at: https://www.courtlistener.com/