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Elected Officials In Florida Are Calling For "Apologies" Over The Epstein Debacle (7/23/24)
Jul 23, 2024 ·
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The non-prosecution agreement (NPA) that Jeffrey Epstein secured in Florida in 2008 has been heavily criticized for several reasons: - Lenient Sentence: Epstein's plea deal allowed him to plead guilty...
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The non-prosecution agreement (NPA) that Jeffrey Epstein secured in Florida in 2008 has been heavily criticized for several reasons:
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to contact me:
bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
source:
Jeffrey Epstein grand jury transcripts: Florida lawmaker wants apology (news-journalonline.com)
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- Lenient Sentence: Epstein's plea deal allowed him to plead guilty to two state charges of soliciting prostitution and procuring a minor for prostitution. He received an 18-month sentence, of which he served only 13 months, and was granted work release for 12 hours a day, six days a week. This outcome was widely seen as too lenient given the gravity of the allegations against him.
- Immunity for Co-Conspirators: The NPA granted immunity to any potential co-conspirators, effectively shielding them from prosecution. This clause was seen as overly broad and prevented further investigation and accountability for others involved in Epstein's network.
- Lack of Victim Notification: Federal prosecutors failed to inform Epstein's victims about the plea deal, which was a violation of the Crime Victims’ Rights Act. This denied the victims the opportunity to contest the deal or have a say in the proceedings, further compounding their trauma.
- Questionable Prosecutorial Conduct: The deal was negotiated by then-U.S. Attorney Alexander Acosta, who later became the U.S. Secretary of Labor. Critics argue that the plea deal represented a significant failure of the justice system and suggested that Epstein's wealth and connections influenced the outcome.
- Continued Criminal Activity: After serving his sentence, Epstein was able to continue his criminal activities until his arrest in 2019, raising questions about the effectiveness and consequences of the NPA.
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to contact me:
bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
source:
Jeffrey Epstein grand jury transcripts: Florida lawmaker wants apology (news-journalonline.com)
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