What is document EFTA00031401?

This is an internal email chain between FBI agents and Assistant U.S. Attorneys coordinating access to subpoena records for the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. It shows the administrative procedures used to track and share legal documents among investigators.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document mentions Jeffrey Epstein as the subject of the investigation, Prince Andrew (though context is unclear from the preview), and investigators Carpenter and Gildea who had access to the file-sharing system. An unnamed FBI Special Agent from the New York Field Office Violent Crimes Task Force is requesting access to the materials.

What does this document reveal?

The document reveals the procedural mechanics of the FBI's investigation into Epstein, showing how federal agencies used a secure file transfer site (USAFX) to share subpoena records. It demonstrates that the investigation remained active after Epstein's death in August 2019, with agents still organizing and accessing case materials in October 2019.

What is USAFX mentioned in this document?

USAFX is the U.S. Attorney's Office secure FTP (file transfer protocol) site used for sharing sensitive legal documents between prosecutors and FBI agents. In this case, it was used to store and distribute subpoenas and returns related to the Epstein investigation.

What time period does this document cover?

The emails span from August 17, 2019 (one week after Epstein's death) to October 31, 2019, showing continued investigative activity and document management in the months following his death.

What is document EFTA00031401?

This is an internal email chain between FBI agents and Assistant U.S. Attorneys coordinating access to subpoena records for the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. It shows the administrative procedures used to track and share legal documents among investigators.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document mentions Jeffrey Epstein as the subject of the investigation, Prince Andrew (though context is unclear from the preview), and investigators Carpenter and Gildea who had access to the file-sharing system. An unnamed FBI Special Agent from the New York Field Office Violent Crimes Task Force is requesting access to the materials.

What does this document reveal?

The document reveals the procedural mechanics of the FBI's investigation into Epstein, showing how federal agencies used a secure file transfer site (USAFX) to share subpoena records. It demonstrates that the investigation remained active after Epstein's death in August 2019, with agents still organizing and accessing case materials in October 2019.

What is USAFX mentioned in this document?

USAFX is the U.S. Attorney's Office secure FTP (file transfer protocol) site used for sharing sensitive legal documents between prosecutors and FBI agents. In this case, it was used to store and distribute subpoenas and returns related to the Epstein investigation.

What time period does this document cover?

The emails span from August 17, 2019 (one week after Epstein's death) to October 31, 2019, showing continued investigative activity and document management in the months following his death.

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An internal FBI email chain from October 2019 about managing access to subpoena records and files for the Epstein investigation, stored on the USAO's secure file transfer site (USAFX).

This document is a series of internal emails between FBI agents and federal prosecutors from the Southern District of New York regarding administrative access to subpoena logs and returns for the Epstein investigation. The earliest email, dated August 17, 2019, establishes a centralized system for tracking subpoenas served during the investigation, while later October 2019 emails show an FBI Special Agent from the New York Field Office's Violent Crimes Task Force requesting access to these materials. The document provides a glimpse into the mechanics of how federal investigators coordinated document sharing during the active investigation.

Key Highlights

•Shows FBI's Violent Crimes Task Force was actively involved in the Epstein investigation
•References a subpoena log tracking all subpoenas served and what was returned
•Mentions Carpenter and Gildea as individuals with existing access to investigation files
•Dated just days after Epstein's death on August 10, 2019, showing the investigation continued

Frequently Asked Questions

Books for Further Reading

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

Relentless Pursuit: My Fight for the Victims of Jeffrey Epstein

Bradley J. Edwards

Victims' attorney's firsthand account

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From: To: Subject: RE: Subpoena Log and Subpoena Records Date: Thu. 31 Oct 2019 15:54:07 +0000 You have co-owner status now. Congratulations! From Sent: To: Subject: RE: Subpoena Log and Subpoena Records Can you either change my folder settings from editor to co-owner so that I can add her? Or just add her directly? Whatever is easiest. I will go ahead and re-upload all the subpoenas and returns since there appear to be no files in the folder for either. From: Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 1:47 AM To: Subject: RE: Subpoena Log and Subpoena Records Yes, I think she needs two things: 1. Access to USAFX. I just added you to the folder. 2. All the subpoena returns re-loaded since they've expired since I last uploaded them. From: Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 5:23 PM To: Subject: FW: Subpoena Log and Subpoena Records Is there a folder/is what she is talking about on there? From: Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 3:04 PM To: Subject: FW: Subpoena Log and Subpoena Records Hi I was just going through all of my emails for the Epstein investigation to make sure everything was in the case file — realized that I never asked to get access to USAFX in order to see all the subpoenas and returns.... Can you give me access and is everything still posted on that site? Thanks so much — Special Agent Fill New York Field Office EFTA00031401

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Violent Crimes Task Force From: Sent: Saturday, August 17, 2019 4:27 PM To: Cc: Subject: Subpoena Log and Subpoena Records Hi, Attached is a log of all the subpoenas we've served and what has come back. I've posted the actual subpoenas and returns on the USAO's FTP site, called USAFX. Carpenter and Gildea already have access to USAFX. For everyone else, you'll need an account which is very easy. Will can help you get an account — I think he'll just need your cellphone number. Let us know if you have any questions. • Assistant United States Attorney United States Attorney's Office Southern District of New York One St. Andrew's Plaza New York. New York 10007 EFTA00031402