What is document EFTA00019868?

This is a federal court subpoena template from the Southern District of New York, issued in the criminal case against Ghislaine Maxwell. It was prepared by U.S. Attorney Audrey Strauss's office on July 13, 2021, commanding witnesses to appear for testimony when Maxwell's trial began on November 29, 2021.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document names Ghislaine Maxwell as the defendant in the referenced criminal case (20 Cr. 330) and U.S. Attorney Audrey Strauss as the issuing authority. The actual witness being subpoenaed is not identified—the recipient field is blank, suggesting this is a template form.

What does this document reveal?

The document provides insight into the formal legal process used to compel witness testimony at the Maxwell trial. The November 29, 2021 appearance date corresponds to the opening day of the trial, when prosecutors presented their case alleging Maxwell helped Jeffrey Epstein recruit and sexually abuse underage girls. Witnesses who testified included former Epstein pilot Larry Visoski and multiple accusers.

Why does the document reference Prince Andrew?

Prince Andrew is listed as an entity mentioned in the document metadata, but he does not appear in the actual subpoena text. The connection is contextual—Prince Andrew was a known associate of Epstein and Maxwell, and testimony at the trial touched on high-profile individuals who flew on Epstein's planes or visited his properties. Virginia Giuffre's allegations against Prince Andrew were kept out of this particular trial.

What is document EFTA00019868?

This is a federal court subpoena template from the Southern District of New York, issued in the criminal case against Ghislaine Maxwell. It was prepared by U.S. Attorney Audrey Strauss's office on July 13, 2021, commanding witnesses to appear for testimony when Maxwell's trial began on November 29, 2021.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document names Ghislaine Maxwell as the defendant in the referenced criminal case (20 Cr. 330) and U.S. Attorney Audrey Strauss as the issuing authority. The actual witness being subpoenaed is not identified—the recipient field is blank, suggesting this is a template form.

What does this document reveal?

The document provides insight into the formal legal process used to compel witness testimony at the Maxwell trial. The November 29, 2021 appearance date corresponds to the opening day of the trial, when prosecutors presented their case alleging Maxwell helped Jeffrey Epstein recruit and sexually abuse underage girls. Witnesses who testified included former Epstein pilot Larry Visoski and multiple accusers.

Why does the document reference Prince Andrew?

Prince Andrew is listed as an entity mentioned in the document metadata, but he does not appear in the actual subpoena text. The connection is contextual—Prince Andrew was a known associate of Epstein and Maxwell, and testimony at the trial touched on high-profile individuals who flew on Epstein's planes or visited his properties. Virginia Giuffre's allegations against Prince Andrew were kept out of this particular trial.

EFTA00019868

A federal court subpoena issued July 13, 2021, commanding a witness to appear and testify at the Ghislaine Maxwell criminal trial on November 29, 2021.

This is a blank court subpoena template from the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York in the criminal case United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell (20 Cr. 330). The subpoena was issued by the U.S. Attorney's Office on July 13, 2021, requiring the recipient to appear on November 29, 2021—the opening day of Maxwell's federal sex trafficking trial. The document does not identify the specific witness being summoned, as the 'TO:' field is left blank, indicating this is likely the template form rather than a completed subpoena.

Key Highlights

•Subpoena issued for Maxwell trial opening day, November 29, 2021
•Signed by U.S. Attorney Audrey Strauss's office (Southern District of New York)
•Requires personal appearance at 40 Foley Square, Courtroom 906
•Template form with recipient field left blank

Frequently Asked Questions

Books for Further Reading

The Spider: Inside the Tangled Web of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell

Perversion of Justice: The Jeffrey Epstein Story

Julie K. Brown

Investigative journalism that broke the Epstein case open

Filthy Rich: The Jeffrey Epstein Story

James Patterson

Bestselling account of Epstein's crimes and network

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Court Subpoena PlashStates Piztrid (grind SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK TO: GREETINGS: WE COMMAND YOU that all and singular business and excuses being laid aside, you appear and attend before the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, 40 Foley Square, in the Borough of Manhattan, City of New York, New York, in the Southern District of New York, at the following date, time and place: Appearance Date: November 29, 2021 Appearance Time: 9:00 a.m. Appearance Place: 40 Foley Square, Courtroom 906 to testify and give evidence in the following matter: United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell, 20 Cr. 330 (AJN) and not to depart the Court without leave thereof, or of the United States Attorney, and that you bring with you and produce at the above time and place the following: PERSONAL APPEARANCE IS REQUIRED Failure to attend and produce any items hereby demanded will constitute contempt of court and will subject you to civil sanctions and criminal penalties, in addition to other penalties of the Law. DATED: New York, New York July 13, 2021 ALIDREY STRAUSS United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York Assistant United States Attorney One St. Andrew's Plaza New York. New York 10007 Email: Telephone: rev. 02.01.12 EFTA00019868