What is document EFTA00019063?

This is a February 2020 email exchange between federal prosecutors forwarding correspondence from defense attorney Bruce Barket regarding scheduling and legal issues in the Nicholas Tartaglione case. Tartaglione was Jeffrey Epstein's cellmate at the Metropolitan Correctional Center before Epstein's death.

Who is Nicholas Tartaglione and why is he connected to Epstein?

Nicholas Tartaglione is a former Briarcliff Manor, NY police officer charged with quadruple murder in a drug-related case. He was Jeffrey Epstein's cellmate at MCC in July 2019 and was reportedly involved in an incident where Epstein was found injured in his cell. Tartaglione's attorney later sought to share information about Epstein's treatment in jail.

What is a 'Curcio issue'?

A Curcio issue arises when there's a potential conflict between an attorney and client that may require the defendant to testify about communications with their lawyer. This typically occurs when the defendant claims ineffective assistance of counsel or when the attorney's conduct becomes relevant to the case. The mention here suggests some complexity in Tartaglione's legal representation related to information about Epstein or jail conditions.

What does this document reveal about the Epstein investigation?

This document shows that six months after Epstein's death, federal prosecutors were still coordinating with Tartaglione's defense team about unspecified legal issues requiring review of materials. The cryptic reference to needing to 'talk to Bobbi' before responding suggests ongoing investigation or information-gathering, though the document doesn't specify whether this relates to Epstein's death, jail conditions, or Tartaglione's own case.

What is document EFTA00019063?

This is a February 2020 email exchange between federal prosecutors forwarding correspondence from defense attorney Bruce Barket regarding scheduling and legal issues in the Nicholas Tartaglione case. Tartaglione was Jeffrey Epstein's cellmate at the Metropolitan Correctional Center before Epstein's death.

Who is Nicholas Tartaglione and why is he connected to Epstein?

Nicholas Tartaglione is a former Briarcliff Manor, NY police officer charged with quadruple murder in a drug-related case. He was Jeffrey Epstein's cellmate at MCC in July 2019 and was reportedly involved in an incident where Epstein was found injured in his cell. Tartaglione's attorney later sought to share information about Epstein's treatment in jail.

What is a 'Curcio issue'?

A Curcio issue arises when there's a potential conflict between an attorney and client that may require the defendant to testify about communications with their lawyer. This typically occurs when the defendant claims ineffective assistance of counsel or when the attorney's conduct becomes relevant to the case. The mention here suggests some complexity in Tartaglione's legal representation related to information about Epstein or jail conditions.

What does this document reveal about the Epstein investigation?

This document shows that six months after Epstein's death, federal prosecutors were still coordinating with Tartaglione's defense team about unspecified legal issues requiring review of materials. The cryptic reference to needing to 'talk to Bobbi' before responding suggests ongoing investigation or information-gathering, though the document doesn't specify whether this relates to Epstein's death, jail conditions, or Tartaglione's own case.

EFTA00019063

This is a February 2020 email from defense attorney Bruce Barket to federal prosecutors regarding a scheduling conflict and a 'Curcio issue' in the Nicholas Tartaglione case.

This document is an email forwarded between Assistant U.S. Attorneys discussing correspondence from Bruce Barket, defense counsel for Nicholas Tartaglione, a former police officer accused of quadruple murder who was Jeffrey Epstein's cellmate at the Metropolitan Correctional Center. Barket informs prosecutors that his other trial has been postponed, creating a conflict with Tartaglione's March 4th status conference. He mentions a 'Curcio issue'—a legal matter arising when a defendant may need to testify against their own attorney—and asks whether prosecutors need more time to review materials and get input from 'our firm,' suggesting potential cooperation or information sharing related to Epstein's death.

Key Highlights

•Nicholas Tartaglione was Jeffrey Epstein's cellmate before Epstein's death in August 2019
•Reference to a 'Curcio issue' suggests potential attorney-client conflict requiring the defendant to testify about their lawyer
•Prosecutors indicate they need to 'talk to Bobbi' before responding, suggesting ongoing investigation or coordination
•The timing (February 2020, six months after Epstein's death) places this during active investigation into circumstances surrounding Epstein's jail suicide

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From: ' (USANYS)" ausa.doj.gov> To: '==(USANYS)" Subject: Fwd: update Date: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 18:29:57 +0000 We can get back to him after we talk to Bobbi. Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Bruce Barket <[email protected]> Date: February 24, 2020 at 1:19:43 PM EST To: "a,ttdoj,m"' Subject: update Good afternoon, p_.,usdoLgoi> I am writing because my trial which was supposed to begin today has been moved to March 3rd. I asked the Court (EDNY) for March 4th off so I would be able to attend the status conference for Mr. Tartaglione and I explained briefly that there was a Curcio issue. That application was denied. So, I am wondering if you will be requesting more time to continue to review material and presumably get input from our firm. If so, then it may make sense to adjourn the conference. If you don't need more time, then I may make another request or ask Judge Karas to help. I don't think there is much else that will be done next week other than address the Curcio issue. Thank you. 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 EFTA00019063