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Re: counsel having difficulty meeting with client From To Date 2019/07/07 18:39 Re: counsel having difficulty meeting with Subject: client Attachments: Mime.822 Thanks so much for the quick response (and solution). Mr. Weinberg should be able to get back to MCC in about 30 minutes so should be all set, and I'll let you know if he reaches out to me with any issues. thanks again, On Jul 7, 2019, at 18:28, > wrote: He's in with an attorney now (not sure which) but I cleared Mr. Weinberg to go in too. Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original messy e From: ' > Date: 7/7/19 6:18 PM To: >, Subject: RE: counsel having difficulty meeting with client >>>. " 07/07/2019 18:18 >» Massachusetts From: Sent: Sunda Jul 07 2019 18:18 To: >; Subject: Re: counsel having difficulty meeting with client Sorry just seeing this now. Where is he barred? Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message SDNY_00016946 Page 13771 EFTA00138856 Fr°m:'gIIIIIIIIIIIIIIM" > Date: 7/7/19 5:36 PM (GMT-05:00 To: >, > Subject: RE: counsel having difficulty meeting with client ar )" 07/07/2019 17:36 >>> With apologies for the weekend email, we have a defendant, Jeffrey Epstein, who was arrested last night and is currently being detained at MCC, and is expected to be presented on an indictment tomorrow. His attorney, Martin Weinberg, has represented him in the past, and represents him in connection with our case and has been in touch with us throughout the weekend. He went to MCC today to meet with him in advance of the presentment tomorrow, but was just told he is not allowed in because he is from out-of-state. We're concerned about the defendant not having access to his attorney in advance of the presentment (as we would be for any defendant) and so I wanted to reach out to you—is it at all possible to address this issue so Mr. Weinberg can meet with his client this evening? I'm available anytime at 347-947-0708 to discuss, if that's helpful, or Mr. Weinberg can also be reached directly at 617-901-3472 if that's easier (though if you reach out directly to him if you could please just let me know afterward I'd be grateful). thanks very much, SDNY_00016947 Page 13772 EFTA00138857  Re: Media inquiry - due 3 pm - USA Today - re: monitoring video of suicide-risk IMs in segregated housing From To Date 2019/10/22 13:08 Re: Media inquiry - due 3 pm - USA Today - re: monitoring video of Subject: suicide-risk IMs in segegated housing Attachments: TEXT.htm This question is NOT about suicide watch. It should be referred to CPD. Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Date: 10/22/19 12:46 PM (GMT-05:00) To: >, Subject: Fwd: Media inquiry - due 3 pm - USA Today - re: monitoring video of suicide-risk IMs in segregated housing >» ' 10/22/201912:47 »> FYI and 10/22/2019 12:35 PM > » The reporter now says his deadline is 3 pm, so I'll need to take this to IPPA leadership as soon as you return and review this. Here are two follow-up questions I have for you, following our call, to help finalize my draft answer below. (1) I can not recall whether the 6 or 8 inmates watched together in an MRCS specialized mental health unit (which you referenced) are inmates on suicide watch? In other words, is my underlined phrase accurate to include in the first sentence of the draft answer below? (2) If my first sentence in the answer is correct, then it leads me to wonder: are inmates on suicide watch being taped on a camera or instead only being watched by a staffer (and thus not on camera)? We might want to make that clear in our answer. I think it may help to give this reporter some of the extra paragraphs on all that we do to prevent suicides since it shows we take this issue seriously and the language in the second and third paragraphs of the answer below was already vetted by IPPA leadership (after I originally consulted in August for input). Thanks, SON1100016948 Page 13883 Page 03 EFTA00138858 Re rter: Johnson - USA Today Question: In wake of the Epstein death, I understand that institutions across the bureau are designating specific officers to regularly monitor surveillance video in segregated housing units and other locations where inmates are at some risk for suicide. Is there someone who may be able to elaborate on this effort? Proposed Response: In some of our Medical Referral Centers' specialized mental health units, there are staff who may observe inmates on camera who are not on suicide watch but who may have a heightened risk for suicide. However, this is not a new practice. Separately, we can also share that our institutions' executive staff review video of staff performing their duties, but this is not primarily aimed at watching inmates with a suicide risk. As background, inmates who are most at risk for suicide are placed on suicide watch, which is typically a short-term and highly restrictive intervention measure. Every Bureau of Prisons institution has one or more rooms designated specifically for housing an inmate on suicide watch. These areas are set aside as special cells, typically in the BOP's Health Services division, which allow staff to maintain a safe environment for the inmate without compromising the ability to observe and protect the inmate. This environment includes easy access to the room, privacy, unobstructed vision of the inmate at all times, and limited availability of objects, materials, or architectural features that would allow for easy self- injury. Inmates on suicide watch are evaluated daily by a psychologist and are constantly observed by either staff or inmate companions. Once an inmate is placed on suicide watch, the watch may only be terminated by a BOP psychologist following a face-to-face evaluation with the inmate. As background, the BOP has an extensive Suicide Prevention Program that begins upon an inmate's arrival at each BOP facility. The Suicide Prevention Program at each BOP facility is administered by a Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator, who must be a doctoral-level psychologist, ensures compliance with suicide intervention and prevention policies, which include training, identification, referral, assessment, and intervention. During the initial intake screening by medical staff, inmates complete a psychological questionnaire. Psychology Services staff are immediately notified if suicidal ideation is apparent from an inmate's responses. For more information, see BOP Program Statement 5324.08 "Suicide Prevention Program" here hups://www.bop.goy/policy/progstat/5_324_008.pdf and BOP Program Statement 5310.17 "Psychology Services Manual" here bttps://www.hop.gov/policy/progstat/5310_0I 7 pdf. Internal Notes: explained to me by phone today the info in the first paragraph of the answer above, whereas the language in the second and third paragraphs above are copied from an answer IPPA leadership finalized that I sent to the WA Post in August (that answer is copied below). explained that executive staff at institutions may be more likely to review rounds of tape of staff to be sure they're performing their duties recently. This is what I was referencing in the third sggp,nregt44trie first Page 13884 Page 04 EFTA00138859 paragraph. We may NOT want to include that in our answer (I'll ask CPD), but I included it for now just in case we want to use it. said SHU does not have cameras watching inmates for suicide risk, but there are cameras in SHU units focused on the range generally (not on a particular cell); it is not standard practice to have a camera in a SHU cell. Bottom line - the reporter is probably not referencing cameras in SHU. says we don't do mental health observation in SHU unless there was a waiver and specific policy in place. Answer sent to WA Post on 8/21/2019 (finalized by IPPA leadership after consulting The safety of staff, inmates, and the public is the highest priority for the Bureau of Prisons (BOP). The BOP has an extensive Suicide Prevention Program that begins upon an inmate's arrival at each BOP facility, including pretrial facilities such as MCC New York. See BOP Program Statement 5324.08 "Suicide Prevention Program" here and BOP Program Statement 5310.17 "Psychology Services Manual" here During the initial intake screening by medical staff, inmates complete a psychological questionnaire. Psychology Services staff are immediately notified if suicidal ideation is apparent from the responses. Further, any BOP staff member may place an inmate on suicide watch. The Suicide Prevention Program at each BOP facility is administered by a Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator, who must be a doctoral-level psychologist, ensures compliance with suicide intervention and prevention policies, which include training, identification, referral, assessment, and intervention. In BOP facilities, suicide watch is typically a short-term and highly restrictive intervention measure. Every institution has one or more rooms designated specifically for housing an inmate on suicide watch. These areas are set aside as special cells, typically in the BOP's Health Services division, which allow staff to maintain a safe environment for the inmate without compromising the ability to observe and protect the inmate. This environment includes easy access to the room, privacy, unobstructed vision of the inmate at all times, and limited availability of objects, materials, or architectural features that would allow for easy self-injury. Inmates on suicide watch are evaluated daily by apsychologist and are constantly observed by either staff or inmate companions. Once an inmate is placed on suicide watch, the watch may only be terminated by a BOP psychologist following a face-to-face evaluation with the inmate. With regard to staffing levels, 15,012 correctional officers are currently working at the BOP and 1,654 correctional officer positions are vacant as of August 3, 2019. The BOP continues to work on hiring and retaining staff nationally. As you are aware, the Epstein case is currently under investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General. The BOP is also conducting an After Action Review and a Suicide Reconstruction Review. The BOP will assess any additional measures which should be taken after those processes are completed. The factors that lead an inmate from suicidal ideation to suicidal behavior are complex. Those factors include an individual's access to means (e.g., pills or razors), opportunity (e.g., privacy to implement a plan), motivation, and subjective feelings of defeat or humiliation. Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons >> > 10/22/2019 11:39 AM > » SON1100016950 • Page 13885 Page 05 EFTA00138860 The USA Today's top reporter (who's written front page stories on the BOP) is asking if BOP is "designating specific officers to regularly monitor surveillance video in segregated housing units and other locations where inmates are at some risk for suicide." IPPA's Deputy AD is curious if CPD (primarily. I'm guessing) have recommendations on what I should tell in an email response today? We are thinking it may be best if you want to write your own statement with whatever is best to say about this subject, but we could ask this reporter below for more specific questions if you think that is needed. Thanks, Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons »> "Johnson, I.'' > 10/22/201910:32 AM » Good morning, In wake of the Epstein death, I understand that institutions across the bureau are designating specific officers to regularly monitor surveillance video in segregated housing units and other locations where inmates are at some risk for suicide. Is there someone who may be able to elaborate on this effort? Many thanks, JOHNSON USA TODAY 703-854-8906 703-472-7865 SON1100016951 Page 13886 Page 06 EFTA00138861  Fwd: Media inquiry - due 3 pm - USA Today - re: monitoring video of suicide-risk IMs in segregated housing From To Date 2019/10/22 12:46 Fwd: Media inquiry - due 3 pm - USA Today - re: monitoring video of Subject: suicide-risk IMs in segegated housing Attachments: TEXT.htm FYI and ■ >» 10/22/2019 12:35 PM > » The reporter now says his deadline is 3 pm, so I'll need to take this to IPPA leadership as soon as you return and review this. Here are two follow-up questions I have for you, following our call, to help finalize my draft answer below. (1) I can not recall whether the 6 or 8 inmates watched together in an MRCS specialized mental health unit (which you referenced) are inmates on suicide watch? In other words, is my underlined phrase accurate to include in the first sentence of the draft answer below? (2) If my first sentence in the answer is correct, then it leads me to wonder: are inmates on suicide watch being taped on a camera or instead only being watched by a staffer (and thus not on camera)? We might want to make that clear in our answer. I think it may help to give this reporter some of the extra paragraphs on all that we do to prevent suicides since it shows we take this issue seriously and the language in the second and third paragraphs of the answer below was already vetted by IPPA leadership (after I originally consulted in August for input). Thanks, Reporter: Johnson - USA Today Question: In wake of the Epstein death, I understand that institutions across the bureau are designating specific officers to regularly monitor surveillance video in segregated housing units and other locations where inmates are at some risk for suicide. Is there someone who may be able to elaborate on this effort? Proposed Response: In some of our Medical Referral Centers' specialized mental health units, there are staff who may observe inmates on camera who are not on suicide watch but who may have a heightened risk for ee.;•-;eln Lles•ditettenr ON it not n pintas nrne-t;•-n Cetnnentrth• ..,n rnn nlen e hnrn t0. nt n I I r SANtita004.6032 Page 13890 Page 07 EFTA00138862 .WII-IIJC• Iwrvc Vcl, Ulla Li I Mit a I .JCIJOI clayey, we VUI executive staff review video of staff performing their duties, but this is not primarily aimed at watching inmates with a suicide risk. As background, inmates who are most at risk for suicide are placed on suicide watch, which is typically a short-term and highly restrictive intervention measure. Every Bureau of Prisons institution has one or more rooms designated specifically for housing an inmate on suicide watch. These areas are set aside as special cells, typically in the BOP's Health Services division, which allow staff to maintain a safe environment for the inmate without compromising the ability to observe and protect the inmate. This environment includes easy access to the room, privacy, unobstructed vision of the inmate at all times, and limited availability of objects, materials, or architectural features that would allow for easy self- injury. Inmates on suicide watch are evaluated daily by a psychologist and are constantly observed by either staff or inmate companions. Once an inmate is placed on suicide watch, the watch may only be terminated by a BOP psychologist following a face-to-face evaluation with the inmate. As background, the BOP has an extensive Suicide Prevention Program that begins upon an inmate's arrival at each BOP facility. The Suicide Prevention Program at each BOP facility is administered by a Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator, who must be a doctoral-level psychologist, ensures compliance with suicide intervention and prevention policies, which include training, identification, referral, assessment, and intervention. During the initial intake screening by medical staff, inmates complete a psychological questionnaire. Psychology Services staff are immediately notified if suicidal ideation is apparent from an inmate's responses. For more information, see BOP Program Statement 5324.08 "Suicide Prevention Program" here and BOP Program Statement 5310.17 "Psychology Services Manual" here https: ‘‘ WW. bm_go±ixdicylisiC51 0 017.pdf. Internal Notes: explained to me by phone today the info in the first paragraph of the answer above, whereas the language in the second and third paragraphs above are copied from an answer IPPA leadership finalized that I sent to the WA Post in August (that answer is copied below). explained that executive staff at institutions may be more likely to review rounds of tape of staff to be sure they're performing their duties recently. This is what I was referencing in the third sentence of the first paragraph. We may NOT want to include that in our answer (I'll ask CPD), but I included it for now just in case we want to use it. said SHU does not have cameras watching inmates for suicide risk, but there are cameras in SHU units focused on the range generally (not on a particular cell); it is not standard practice to have a camera in a SHU cell. Bottom line - the reporter is probably not referencing cameras in SHU. says we don't do mental health observation in SHU unless there was a waiver and specific policy in place. Answer sent to WA Post on 8/21/2019 (finalized by IPPA leadership after consulting The safety of staff, inmates, and the public is the highest priority for the Bureau of Prisons (BOP). The BOP has an extensive Suicide Prevention Program that begins upon an inmate's arrival at each BOP facility, including pretrial facilities such as MCC New York. See BOP Program Statement 5324.08 "Suicide Prevention Program" here buys: and BOP Program Statement 5310.17 "Psychology Services Manual" here During the initial intake screening by medical staff, inmates complete a psychological questionnaire. Psychology Services staff aredoivregtiestaly Page 13891 Page OS EFTA00138863 notified if suicidal ideation is apparent from the responses. Further, any BOP staff member may place an inmate on suicide watch. The Suicide Prevention Program at each BOP facility is administered by a Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator, who must be a doctoral-level psychologist, ensures compliance with suicide intervention and prevention policies, which include training, identification, referral, assessment, and intervention. In BOP facilities, suicide watch is typically a short-term and highly restrictive intervention measure. Every institution has one or more rooms designated specifically for housing an inmate on suicide watch. These areas are set aside as special cells, typically in the BOP's Health Services division, which allow staff to maintain a safe environment for the inmate without compromising the ability to observe and protect the inmate. This environment includes easy access to the room, privacy, unobstructed vision of the inmate at all times, and limited availability of objects, materials, or architectural features that would allow for easy self-injury. Inmates on suicide watch are evaluated daily by apsychologist and are constantly observed by either staff or inmate companions. Once an inmate is placed on suicide watch, the watch may only be terminated by a BOP psychologist following a face-to-face evaluation with the inmate. With regard to staffing levels, 15,012 correctional officers are currently working at the BOP and 1,654 correctional officer positions are vacant as of August 3, 2019. The BOP continues to work on hiring and retaining staff nationally. As you are aware, the Epstein case is currently under investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General. The BOP is also conducting an After Action Review and a Suicide Reconstruction Review. The BOP will assess any additional measures which should be taken after those processes are completed. The factors that lead an inmate from suicidal ideation to suicidal behavior are complex. Those factors include an individual's access to means (e.g., pills or razors), opportunity (e.g., privacy to implement a plan), motivation, and subjective feelings of defeat or humiliation. Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons >>> 10/22/2019 11:39 AM > » MI& The USA Today's top reporter (who's written front page stories on the BOP) is asking if BOP is "designating specific officers to regularly monitor surveillance video in segregated housing units and other locations where inmates are at some risk for suicide." IPPA's Deputy AD is curious if CPD (primarily. I'm guessing) have recommendations on what I should tell in an email response today? We are thinking it may be best if you want to write your own statement with whatever is best to say about this subject, but we could ask this reporter below for more specific questions if you think that is needed. Thanks, Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons innn% AACA SON1100016954 Page 13892 Page® EFTA00138864 k LW.) >> > "Johnson, M" 10/22/2019 10:32 AM » Good morning, In wake of the Epstein death, I understand that institutions across the bureau are designating specific officers to regularly monitor surveillance video in segregated housing units and other locations where inmates are at some risk for suicide. Is there someone who may be able to elaborate on this effort? Many thanks, JOHNSON USA TODAY 703-854-8906 703-472-7865 SONV_00016955 Page 13893 Page 10 EFTA00138865 RE: viewing tartaglione cell (Out of Office) From To Date 2019/12/02 11:07 RE: viewing tartaglione cell (Out of Subject: Office) I will be out of the office returning December 3. I will have limited access to email during this time. Should you need immediate assistance lease call the main number to the the institution and ask for the legal department. >» ' (USANYS)" 12/02/19 11:07 >>> I'm back in the office and around to discuss this week at your convenience, M. Hope you had a nice holiday. From: Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 11:36 AM To: Cc: (USANYS) Subject: RE: viewing tartaglione cell Thanks for your email and good wishes. I believe that is out of the office until next week. Can this wait until then? I hope that you too have a Happy Thanksgiving. Take care, Chief, Civil Division U.S. Attorney's Office, SDNY 86 Chambers Street, 3rd Floor New York. NY 10007 From: Sent: Wednesda November 27 2019 11:23 AM To: Cc: (USANYS) > Subject: Fwd: viewing tartaglione cell SDNY_00016956 Page 13906 Page 11 EFTA00138866 Hi., We may need wall counsel again in the Tartaglione matter in relation to the below site visit request. so excellently helped us last time in our appearance on the conditions of confinement issue, so I cc'ed her as well. Thank you and I wish you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. Best Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 p: f: ,13ruce Barket > 11/27/2019 11:15 AM >>> As part of our obligations to prepare for the penalty phase (should there be one) of Mr. Tartaglione's trial, we would like to view the cells (including SHU ) and common areas where he has been held. It's possible that we will want to take some photographs, but initially we just want to look at the areas where he has been housed. Bruce A. Barket, Esq. Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP 666 Old Country Road , Ste. 700 Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 745 1500 [P] (516) 745 1245 [F] www.barketepstein.com This transmittal may be a confidential attorney client communication or may otherwise be privileged or confidential. If it is not clear that you are the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this transmittal in error; any review, dissemination, distribution or copying of this transmittal is strictly prohibited. If you suspect that you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone or email and immediately delete this message and all its attachments SDNY_00016957 Page 13907 EFTA00138867 RE: viewing tartaglione cell From To Date 2019/12/26 10:30 Subject: RE: viewing tartaglione cell Attachments: TEXT.htm, Mimc.822 Thanks, I'm not sure about schedule and availability to work on this. Let's see what she says. For me, I am in the office today and likely tomorrow afternoon. I will also be in the office next week on Thursday and Friday. From: > Sent: Thursday, December 26, 2019 10:22 AM To: < >: >; (USANYS) < Subject: RE: viewing tartaglione cell Good morning- I am in the office today and wanted to follow up on this. My schedule for next week is I will be in the office Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Let me know your availability as tartaglione's attorneys are asking about the visit. Thanks! >> > ' (USANYS)" <ascioigov> 12/2/2019 11:07 AM >> > I'm back in the office and around to discuss this week at your convenience, . Hope you had a nice holiday. • From: Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 11:36 AM To: Cc: >; (USANYS) Subject: RE: viewing tartaglione cell Thanks for your email and good wishes. I believe that is out of the office until next week. Can this wait until then? I hope that you too have a Happy Thanksgiving. Take care, U SON1100016958 Page 13910 Page 13 EFTA00138868 Chief, Civil Division U.S. Attorney's Office, SDNY 86 Chambers Street, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10007 From: Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 11:23 AM To: > Cc: < >; (USANYS) Subject: Fwd: viewing tartaglione cell We may need wall counsel again in the Tartaglione matter in relation to the below site visit request. so excellently helped us last time in our appearance on the conditions of confinement issue, so I cc'ed her as well. Thank you and I wish you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. Best, Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 fPa I II >» Bruce Barket 11/27/2019 11:15 AM >» As part of our obligations to prepare for the penalty phase (should there be one) of Mr. Tartaglione's trial, we would like to view the cells (including SHU ) and common areas where he has been held. It's possible that we will want to take some photographs, but initially we just want to look at the areas where he has been housed. Bruce A. Barket, Esq. Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LIP 666 Old Country Road , Ste. 700 Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 745 1500 [P] (516) 745 1245 [F] www.barketepstein.corn SON\100016959 Page 13911 Page 14 EFTA00138869 Jeffrey Epstein committed suicide by hanging himself, city medical examiner says From New York Daily News "Fo nydailynews@nsl.nydailynews.com Date 2019/08/16 17:36 Jeffrey Epstein committed suicide by hanging himself, city medical Subject: examiner says Attachments: TEXT.htm, Mime.822 SDNY_00016960 Page 14034 EFTA00138870  Mail Attachment Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 for medical mortality review.docx SON1100016961 Page 14044 Page It EFTA00138871 Suicide Timeline re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 Saturday, August 10, 2019 6:33 am body alarm activated in SHU. Staff found inmate Epstein unresponsive in cell. Staff reported to bedside of inmate and attempted to wake him. Control announced medical emergency. CPR initiated 6:35 am medical staff (on duty PA) on site, CPR already in progress medical staff continues CPR and AED applied on inmate. Control called for ambulance 6:45 am EMS arrives, paramedics continue CPR. Inmate Epstein remains unresponsive. Inmate Epstein is intubated, given three rounds of Epinephrine, IV access started, IO initiated. No pulse found, no shock advised, inmate prepared for transport to local hospital. 7:10 am EMS departs institution enroute to Beekman Hospital. 7:36 am official time of death reported by ER physician. 9:55 am CMC and IDO depart institution with body enroute to Beekman Hospital. 10:00 am CMC and IDO arrive at Beekman Hospital, fingerprints and photographs taken of inmate Epstein. Inmate clothing secured and brought back to institution. 12:15 pm body released to Medical Examiner (ME) for autopsy SDNY_00016962 Page 17 EFTA00138872 Re: viewing tartaglione cell From (USANYS)" To McFarland Date 2019/12/26 11:19 Subject: Re: viewing tartaglione cell Attachments: TEXT.httn, Mime.822 I am in the office today and can call you to discuss, . What number can I reach you at? On Dec 26, 2019, at 10:29 AM, wrote: Thanks, I'm not sure about schedule and availability to work on this. Let's see what she says. For me, I am in the office today and likely tomorrow afternoon. I will also be in the office next week on Thursday and Friday. From: Sent: Thursday, December 26, 2019 10:22 AM To: (USANYS) < Subject: RE: viewing tartaglione cell Good morning- I am in the office today and wanted to follow up on this. My schedule for next week is I will be in the office Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Let me know your availability as tartaglione's attorneys are asking about the visit. Thanks! >>> " (USANYS)" > 12/2/2019 11:07 AM >> > I'm back in the office and around to discuss this week at your convenience,-. Hope you had a nice holiday. • From: Sent: Wednesda , November 27, 2019 11:36 AM To: Cc: (USANYS) Subject: RE: viewing tartaglione cell SDNY_00016963 Page 14065 Page 18 EFTA00138873 Thanks for your email and good wishes. I believe that is out of the office until next week. Can this wait until then? I hope that you too have a Happy Thanksgiving. Take care, Chief, Civil Division U.S. Attorney's Office, SDNY 86 Chambers Street, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10007 From: Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 11:23 AM To: Cc: (USANYS) Subject: Fwd: viewing tartaglione cell Hi ■, We may need wall counsel again in the Tartaglione matter in relation to the below site visit request.. so excellently helped us last time in our appearance on the conditions of confinement issue, so I cc'ed her as well. Thank you and I wish you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. Best, Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 P: f >> > Bruce Barket > 11/27/2019 11:15 AM > » As part of our obligations to prepare for the penalty phase (should there be one) of Mr. Tartaelione's trial. we would like to view the cells (includine SHU 1 and COMMEENAgeaS6964 Page 14066 Page 19 EFTA00138874 where he has been held. It's possible that we will want to take some photographs, but initially we just want to look at the areas where he has been housed. Bruce A. Barket, Esq. Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP 666 Old Country Road , Ste. 700 Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 745 1500 [P] (516) 745 1245 [F] www.barketeostein.com This transmittal may be a confidential attorney client communication or may otherwise be privileged or confidential. If it is not clear that you are the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this transmittal in error; any review, dissemination, distribution or copying of this transmittal is strictly prohibited. If you suspect that you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone or email and immediately delete this message and all its attachments SC*11100016965 Page 14067 Page 20 EFTA00138875  Re: Suicide Watch/Psych Observation Update From To Date 2019/08/01 08:03 Subject: Re: Suicide Watch/Psych Observation Update Attachments: TEXT.htm do you have epstein's psych obs book Psy.D. Chief Psychologist U.S. Department of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Fax: E-mail: >» 8/1/2019 7:46 AM > » Suicide Watch 1. Psych Observation None Thank you, Darlene SDNY_00016966 Page 14094 Page 21 EFTA00138876 RE: MCC conditions From Date 2019/08/3011:09 Subject: RE: MCC conditions Attachments: TEXT.htm, Mime.822 i could do either time. i can be reached on my cellular phone. Sent from my Verizon, Samiung Galaxy strrartphone Original message From: Date: 8/30/19 10:30 AM To: Bruce Barket P. Subject: RE: MCC conditions Good morning all, Would 2 or 2:30 work? I am running around this morning, have a meeting at 1, and am leaving at 3. Thanks, >>>' a (USANYS)" 8/29/2019 7:54 PM >>> Received. Bruce/Stepla, would you all be free for a call tomorrow afternoon to discuss? Thanks, SDNY_00016967 Page 14288 •-• EFTA00138877 Assistant United States Attorney Southern District of New York 1 St. Andrew's Plaza New York, NY 10007 From: Bruce Barket <I > Sent: Thursda Au st 29 2019 5:25 PM To: Michael Bachrach Subject: MCC conditions I am writing as I have been asked to update everyone on the continuing problems at the facility. Mr. Tartaglione has not has books swapped out since was kind enough to do it himself on August 15th. His radio has needed batteries for several days. The guards simply refuse to provide him with the batteries and new books he believes are in his property. Several guards have been making comments to him such as "You're threatening our lives" and "Give the big mouth his try" and similar remarks aimed at intimidating him and conveying to him their displeasure with his complaints. As for visiting I arrived on Sunday and waited nearly 50 minutes because there was not staff in the lobby to process legal visits. I was able to see my client by 9;10, but I couldn't stay through SDNY_Oom6968 Page 14289 Page 23 EFTA00138878 the count so 1 had to leave before 9:30. 1 know 1 did not make an appointment but the issue wasn't a free room, but adequate staffing in the lobby. Yesterday I was able to see my client at 5:00 as scheduled. Bruce A. Barket, Esq. Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP 666 Old Country Road , Ste. 700 Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 745 1500 [P] (516) 745 1245 [F] www.barketepstein.com This transmittal may be a confidential attorney client communication or may otherwise be privileged or confidential. If it is not clear that you are the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this transmittal in error; any review, dissemination, distribution or copying of this transmittal is strictly prohibited. If you suspect that you have received this communication in error, please notify us inmediawly by telephone or email and immediately delete this message and all its attachments SDNY_00016969 Page 14290 Pace 24 EFTA00138879 Fwd: MCC Visit Thursday From To Date 2019/08/13 14:12 Subject: Fwd: MCC Visit Thursday Attachments: TEXT.htm SDNY_00016970 Page 14312 Page 2!: EFTA00138880 Warden, Can we chat about the below at your convenience? Thank you, Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 f. >> >' (USANYS)" < > 8/13/2019 2:05 PM > » The list of visitors from our office is below: Geoffrey Berman As discussed, we would like to see the 2"d floor pscyh observation and suicide watch area; the 9th floor SHU, and Epstein's cell, which we understand to still be cordoned off. As discussed, we would appreciate if only MCC legal would escort us, and we will not speak to any of the guards present given the ongoing investigations. Please give me a call with any questions, and let us know what time and where we should go, and if it would be easier for us to enter via the 3rd floor bridge. Thanks, Assistant United States Attorney Southern District of New York Tel: SON1100016971 Page 14313 Page 26 EFTA00138881 Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 for medical mortality review From To Date 2019/08/12 10:58 Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg No. 73618-054 for medical mortality Subject: review TEXT.htm, Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 for medical Attachments: mortality review.docx, FYI Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York NY 10007 ext. 6451 SDNY_00016972 Page 14317 Page 27 EFTA00138882  Re: viewing tartaglione cell From To Date 2019/12/26 11:19 Subject: Re: viewing tartaglione cell Attachments: TEXT.htm >» ' (USANYS)" < > 12/26/2019 11:19 AM > » I am in the office today and can call you to discuss, . What number can I reach you at? On Dec 26, 2019, at 10:29 AM, > wrote: <I[endif)--> Thanks, i. I'm not sure about schedule and availability to work on this. Let's see what she says. For me, I am in the office today and likely tomorrow afternoon. I will also be in the office next week on Thursday and Friday. From: Sent: Thursday, December 26, 2019 10:22 AM To: < >; >; (USANYS) Subject: RE: viewing tartaglione cell Good morning- I am in the office today and wanted to follow up on this. My schedule for next week is I will be in the office Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Let me know your availability as tartaglione's attorneys are asking about the visit. Thanks! >> > (USANYS)" > 12/2/2019 11:07 AM >> > I'm back in the office and around to discuss this week at your convenience, . Hope you had a nice holiday. From: Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 11:36 AM To: Cc: (USANYS) Subject: RE: viewing tartaglione cell Thanks for your email and good wishes. I believe that is out of the office until next week. Can this wait until then? I hope that you too have a Happy Thanksgiving. Take care, SON1100016973 Page 14379