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pending Message:
Organization Representative Information
Organization Name The National Enquirer
Prefix
First Name James
Middle Name
Last Name Robertson
Suffix
Email
Phone
Location United States
Domestic Address
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
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State
Postal
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How you will pay I am requesting a fee waiver for my request and have reviewed the FOIA reference
guide. If my fee waiver is denied. I am willing to pay additional fees and wig enter that
maximum amount in the box below.
Allow up to s 99.999
Proof Of Affiliation for Fee Waiver
Waiver Explanation The National Enquirer is a news organization. Under S U.S.C. §
552(a)(4)(A)(iii), the Enquirer is entitled to a fee waiver because
disclosure of the information sought is in the public interest, is likely to
contribute significantly to public understanding of the operations or
activities of the government, and is not primarily in the commercial
interest of the requester.
Documentation Files
Non-Individual FOIA Request
Request Information Please see attached pdf for the National Enquirer's FOIA request concerning
the investigation and prosecution of financier Jeffrey Epstein in 2005 and
2006 for crimes relating to sexual trafficking of minors.
Expedite
Expedite Reason This request has been the subject of the request is of widespread and
exceptional media interest and the information sought involves possible
questions about the government's integrity which affects public confidence.
Specifically; the issue of whether Mr. Epstein's wealth and connections
secured him favorable treatment by the DO).
Given that a civil defamation trial between one of Epstein's victims and his
alleged co-conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, has just begun, the topic is of
renewed interest to the public and therefore is worthy of expedited
processing.
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ENQUIRER
April 20. 2017
VIA FOIA PORTAL
TO: Federal Bureau of Investigation
FROM: James Robertson
Senior Managing Editor
The National Enquirer
4 New York Plaza (2o" Floor)
New York, NY 10004
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am a reporter and editor for The National Enquirer. I request records under the provisions
of the Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C.§ 552.
Request
The Enquirer seeks all documents relating to the FBI's investigation and prosecution of
financier Jeffrey Edward Epstein, who pled guilty to one count of felony solicitation of
prostitution in August 2006.
Background
Jeffrey Epstein is a billionaire financier, philanthropist, and sex offender. In 2005, Epstein
became the subject of an undercover sex trafficking investigation by Palm Beach, Florida
police and the FBI. Dozens of underage women claimed that they had been trafficked by
Epstein to perform sexual acts on him as well as his friends.
Many prominent political figures have been connected to Mr. Epstein's child-trafficking
ring, including former President Bill Clinton and Prince Andrew of the British Royal
Family.
Links: (Bill Clinton) http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/05/13/flight-logs-show-bill-clinton-
flew-on-sex-offenders-jet-much-more-than-previously-known.html; (Prince Andrew)
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/jan/10/jeffrey-epstein-decade-scandal-prince-
andrew
Despite the gravity of his offenses, the Department of Justice agreed to allow Epstein to
plead guilty to a single count of soliciting prostitution from an underage girl under Florida
state law, and served only 13 months in prison. In addition, prosecutors agreed not to bring
charges against Epstein's alleged co-conspirators.
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ENQUIRER
Link: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/jan/10/jeffrey-epstein-decade-scandal-
prince-andrew
Papers filed in a 2006 lawsuit alleged that Epstein surreptitiously recorded sexual activity
between prominent individuals and underage girls for purposes of blackmail, leaving many
to wonder whether potential blackmail material played a role in his light sentence:
Link: http://www.ibtimes.com.au/prince-andrew-m cht-have-been-caught-tape-sex-slave-
1407641
Expedited Processing
This request has been the subject of the request is of widespread and exceptional media
interest and the information sought involves possible questions about the government's
integrity which affects public confidence. Specifically; the issue of whether Mr. Epstein's
wealth and connections secured him favorable treatment by the DOJ.
Given the a civil defamation trial between one of Epstein's victims and his alleged co-
conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, is about to begin, the topic is of renewed interest to the
public and therefore is worthy of expedited processing.
Certification
The above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Fee Waiver
The National Enquirer is a news organization. Under 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(4XA)(iii), the
Enquirer is entitled to a fee waiver because disclosure of the information sought is in the
public interest, is likely to contribute significantly to public understanding of the operations
or activities of the government, and is not primarily in the commercial interest of the
requester.
Electronic Records
Please furnish all responsive records in electronic format.
Further Correspondence
All correspondence regarding this request can be directed to me al
Please be aware that under 5 U.S.C. § 552(aX6)(A), a FOIA request is considered
constructively denied after twenty business days.
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ENQUIRER
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this request.
Sincerely,
James Robertson
Senior Managing Editor
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U.S. Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Washington, O.C. 20535
April 28, 2017
MR. JAMES ROBERTSON
THE NATIONAL ENQUIRER
Subject: EPSTEIN. JEFFREY
Dear Mr. Robertson:
This acknowledges receipt of your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the FBI. The
FOIPA number listed above has been assigned to your request.
You submitted your request via the FBI's eFOIA system.
r We have reviewed your request and determined that it is compliant with
the terms and conditions of the eFOIA system. You will continue to receive
correspondence online.
We have reviewed your request and determined that it is not in compliance with
the terms and conditions of the eFOIA system. Future correspondence will be
mailed to you.
You have requested records concerning one or more third party individuals. The FBI recognizes
an Important privacy interest in the requested information. To continue processing your request regarding a
third party, submit one of the following: (1) an authorization and consent from the individual(s) (to., express
authorization and consent of the third party); (2) proof of death (i.e., proof that your subject is deceased); or
(3) a justification that the public interest in disclosure outweighs personal privacy (i.e., a clear demonstration
that the public interest in disclosure outweighs personal privacy Interests). In the absence of such
information, the FBI can neither confirm nor deny the existence of any records responsive to your request,
which, if they were to exist, would be exempt from disclosure pursuant to FOIA Exemptions (b)(6) and
(b)(7)(C), 5 U.S.C. §§ 552 (b)(6) and (b)(7XC).
Express authorization and consent. If you seek disclosure of any existing records on this basis,
enclosed is a Certification of Identity form. You may make additional copies of this form if you are
requesting information on more than one individual. The subject of your request should complete this form
and then sign it. Alternatively, the subject may prepare a document containing the required descriptive data
and have it notarized. The original certification of identity or notarized authorization with the descriptive
information must contain a legible, original signature before FBI can conduct an accurate search of our
records.
Proof of death. If you seek disclosure of any existing records on this basis, proof of death can be
a copy of a death certificate, Social Security Death Index, obituary, or another recognized reference source.
Death is presumed if the birth date of the subject is more than 100 years ago.
Public Interest Disclosure. If you seek disclosure of any existing records on this basis, you must
demonstrate that the public interest in disclosure outweighs personal privacy interests. In this regard, you
must show that the public interest sought is a significant one, and that the requested information is likely to
advance that interest.
Fax your request to the Work Process Unit at (540) 868-4997, or mail to 170 Marcel Drive,
Winchester, VA 22602. If we do not receive a response from you within 30 days from the date of this letter,
your request will be dosed. You must include the FOIPA request number with any communication
regarding this matter.
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For your information. Congress excluded three discrete categories of law enforcement and national
security records from the requirements of the FOIA. See 5 U.S.C. § 552(c). As such, this response is
limited to those records, if any exist, that are subject to the FOIA. This is a standard notification that is
given to all our requesters and should not be taken as an indication that excluded records do, or do not,
exist.
You may file an appeal by writing to the Director, Office of Information Policy (OIP), United States
Department of Justice, Suite 11050, 1425 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20530-0001, or you
may submit an appeal through OIP's FOIAonline portal by creating an account on the following web
site: httoslifoiaonline.regulations.govlfoiaraction/oublic/home. Your appeal must be postmarked or
electronically transmitted within ninety (90) days from the date of this letter in order to be considered timely.
If you submit your appeal by mail, both the letter and the envelope should be clearly marked 'Freedom of
Information Act Appeal: Please cite the FOIPA Request Number assigned to your request so that it may
be easily identified.
You may seek dispute resolution services by contacting the Office of Government Information
Services (OGIS) at 877-684-6448, or by emailing ociis(ffinara.00v. Alternatively, you may contact the FBI's
FOIA Public Liaison by emailing foioacluestionseic.fbimov. If you submit your dispute resolution
correspondence by email, the subject heading should clearly state 'Dispute Resolution Services." Please
also cite the FOIPA Request Number assigned to your request so that it may be easily identified.
For questions on how to reasonably describe your request, please email us at
foinaauestionsaic.fbiciov. You may also visit wywribLoov and select 'Services," Records Management,"
and "Freedom of Information/Privacy Act" for additional guidance.
Enclosed for your information is a copy of the FBI Fact Sheet and a copy of the Explanation of
Exemptions.
Sincerely,
Endosure(s)
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FBI FACT SHEET
• The primary functions of the FBI are national security and law enforcement.
• The FBI does not keep a file on every citizen of the United States.
• The FBI was not established until 1908 and we have very few records prior to the 1920s.
• FBI files generally contain reports of FBI investigations of a wide range of matters, including counterterrorism,
counter-intelligence, cyber crime, public corruption, civil rights, organized crime, white collar crime, major thefts.
violent crime, and applicants.
• The FBI does not issue clearances or non-clearances for anyone other than its own personnel or persons
having access to FBI facilities. Background investigations for security clearances are conducted by many
different Government agencies. Persons who received a clearance while in the military or employed with some
other government agency should contact that entity. Most government agencies have websites which are
accessible on the internet which have their contact information.
• An identity history summary check or "rap sheet" is NOT the same as an "FBI file." It is a listing of
information taken from fingerprint cards and related documents submitted to the FBI in connection with arrests,
federal employment, naturalization or military service. The subject of a "rap sheet" may obtain a copy by
submitting a written request to FBI CJIS Division — Summary Request. 1000 Custer Hollow Road. Clarksburg. WV
26306. Along with a specific written request, the individual must submit a new full set of his/her fingerprints in
order to locate the record, establish positive identification, and ensure that an individual's records are not
disseminated to an unauthorized person. The fingerprint submission must include the subject's name, date and
place of birth. There is a required fee of $18 for this service, which must be submitted by money order or
certified check made payable to the Treasury of the United States. A credit card payment option is also
available. Forms for this option and additional directions may be obtained by accessing the FBI Web site at
www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/identity-history-summary-checks.
• The National Name Check Program (NNCP) conducts a search of the FBI's Universal Index (UNI) to identify
any information contained in FBI records that may be associated with an individual and provides the results of that
search to a requesting federal, state or local agency. Names are searched in a multitude of combinations and
phonetic spellings to ensure all records are located. The NNCP also searches for both -main" and - cross
reference" files. A main file is an entry that carries the name corresponding to the subject of a file, while a cross
reference is merely a mention of an individual contained in a file. The results from a search of this magnitude
can result in several "hits" and "idents" on an individual. In each instance where UNI has identified a name
variation or reference, information must be reviewed to determine if it is applicable to the individual in question.
• The Record/Information Dissemination Section (RIDS) searches for records and provides copies of FBI files
responsive to Freedom of Information or Privacy Act (FOIPA) requests for information. RIDS provides
responsive documents to requesters seeking 'reasonably described information." For a FOIPA search, the
subject's name, event, activity, or business is searched to determine whether there is an associated investigative
file. This is called a "main file search" and differs from the NNCP search.
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE FBI, VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
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EXPLANATION OF EXEMPTIONS
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552
(bXI) (A) specifically authorized under criteria established by an Executive order to be kept secret in the interest of national defense or foreign
policy and (B) arc in fact properly classified to such Executive order;
(bX2) related solely to the internal personnel rules and practices of an agency;
(b)(3) specifically exempted from disclosure by statute (other than section 5526 of this title), provided that such statute (A) requires that the
matters be withheld from the public in such a manner as to leave no discretion on issue, or (B) establishes particular criteria for withholding
or refers to particular types of matters to be withheld;
(b)(4) trade secrets and commercial or financial information obtained from a person and privileged or confidential;
(bX5) inter-agency or intra-agency memorandums or letters which would not be available by law to a party other than an agency in litigation with
the agency;
(b)(6) personnel and medical files and similar files the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy;
(b)(7) records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes. but only to the extent that the production of such law enforcement records
or information ( A ) could reasonably be expected to interfere with enforcement proceedings, ( B ) would deprive a person of a right to a
fair trial or an impartial adjudication. ( C ) could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. ( D )
could reasonably be expected to disclose the identity of confidential source, including a State, local, or foreign agency or authority or any
private institution which furnished information on a confidential basis, and, in the case of record or information compiled by a criminal law
enforcement authority in the course of a criminal investigation, or by an agency conducting a lawful national security intelligence
investigation, information furnished by a confidential source, ( E ) would disclose techniques and procedures for law enforcement
investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions if such disclosure could
reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law, or ( F ) could reasonably be expected to endanger the life or physical safety of any
individual;
(b)(8) contained in or related to examination, operating, or condition reports prepared by, on behalf of, or for the use of an agency responsible for
the regulation or supervision of financial institutions; or
(b)(9) geological and geophysical information and data, including maps, concerning wells.
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552a
(d)(5) information compiled in reasonable anticipation ofa civil action proceeding:
(jX2) material reporting investigative efforts pertaining to the enforcement of criminal law including efforts to prevent, control, or reduce crime
or apprehend criminals;
(kXl) information which is currently and properly classified pursuant to an Executive order in the interest of the national defense or foreign
policy, for example. information involving intelligence sources or methods;
(kX2) investigatory material compiled for law enforcement purposes, other than criminal. which did not result in loss of a right, benefit or
privilege under Federal programs. or which would identify a source who furnished information pursuant to a promise that his/her identity
would be held in confidence;
(kX3) material maintained in connection with providing protective services to the President of the United States or any other individual pursuant
to the authority of Title 18. United States Code, Section 3056;
(kX4) required by statute to be maintained and used solely as statistical records;
(kX5) investigatory material compiled solely for the purpose of determining suitability, eligibility, or qualifications for Federal civilian
employment or for access to classified information, the disclosure of which would reveal the identity of the person who furnished
information pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be held in confidence;
(kX6) testing or examination material used to determine individual qualifications for appointment or promotion in Federal Government service he
release of which would compromise the testing or examination process;
(kX7) material used to determine potential for promotion in the armed services, the disclosure of which would reveal the identity of the person
who furnished the material pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be held in confidence.
FBIJDOJ
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CS Department of Justice Certification of Identity
FOPS APPROVED OMB NO 11034016
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Privacy Act Statement. In accordance with 28 CFR Section 16.41(C personal data sufficient to identify the individuals submstmg requests by
mail under the Miry Act of 1974. 5 U.S.0 Section 552a. is required The purpose of this solicitation is to ensure that the records of ugly:Muds
who se the subject of U.S. Departroent of Justice systems of records are not wrongfully disclosed by the Department Requests will not be
processed if this information is not unshed. False information on this form may subject the requester to criminal penalties under 18 I: S C
Section 1001 ardor 5 U.S.C. Section 552‘00/
Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 0 50 hours per response. induc= the time for rerievang
insauctions. searching =song data sources. pthenng and maintaining the data needed, and completing and revrewmg the collection of
information Suggestions for reducing this burden may be sub=rted to the Office of Information and P,egulatory Affairs. Office of Management
and Budget. Public Use Reports Project (1103-0016). Washington. DC 20503.
Full Name of Requester 1
Citizenship Status 2 Social Security Number
Cusrent Address
Date ofBirth Place of Birth
OPTIONAL: Authorization to Release Information to Another Person
Ibis form is also to be completed by a requester who is authorizing information relating to himself or herself to be released to another person
Further, pursuant to 5 CiSC Section 5521(b). I authorize the 1: S Department of Justice to release any and all information relating to me to
Paint or Type Name
I declare wider penalty of perjury wider the laws of the United States of America that the foregoing is true and comet and that the person
named above• and I understand that any falsification of this statement is punishable under the provisions of 18 U.S.0 Section 1001 by a fine of
not mxe than $10.000 or by imprisonment of not more than five years ce both, and that requesting or obtaining any record(s) under false
pretenses is punishable under the provisions of 5 U S C 552a@(3) by a Sae ofnot more dim 55.000.
Signature' Date
Name of individual Mao is the abject of the record(s) sought
• Individual submitting a request man the Privacy Act of 1974 must be enter - a citizen of die United States or m alien laufully
admitted for permanent residence." pursuant*, 5 U.S.C. Section 552a4aX2). Requests wall be processed n Freedom ofInformation Act
requests pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Section 552. it than Privacy Act requests. for indaiduals who re not united States citizens or aliens
Lawfully admitted for permanent residence.
handing your social security minter is voluntary. You are asked to provide your social security smoker only to facilitate the
identification of records relating to you. Without your social security number, the Departmers may be unable to locale any a all meads
pertaining to you
Signature of individual who a the subject oft& record soma
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U.S. Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Washington, D.C. 20535
October 11, 2017
MR. DANIEL NOVACK
ON BEHALF OF RADAR ONLINE
R. NOVACK
Subject: EPSTEIN, JEFFREY
Dear Mr. Novack:
The enclosed documents were reviewed under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Title 5. United States
Code, Section 552. Deletions have been made to protect information which is exempt from disclosure, with the
appropriate exemptions noted on the page next to the excision. In addition, a deleted page information sheet was
inserted in the file to indicate where pages were withheld entirely. The exemptions used to withhold information are
marked below and explained on the enclosed Explanation of Exemptions:
Section 552 Section 552a
F • (1:0(7)(A) F (d)(5)
F (b)(2) F (bx7)(B) F (j)(2)
1.7 (b)(3) • (b)(7)(C) F (k)(1)
18 U. S. C. Section 3059(d). • (b)(7)(D) F (k)(2)
Federal Rules of Criminal P (bX7)(E) F (k)(3)
Procedure Rule 6(e) F (b)(7)(F) F (k)(4)
F (bx4) F (b)(8) F (k)(5)
(tax5) F r (k)(6)
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(b)(6) F (k)(7)
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296 pages were reviewed and 38 pages are being released.
F Documents were located which originated with, or contained information concerning, other Government
Agencies.
F This information has been referred to the OGA(s) for review and direct response to you.
F We are consulting with another agency. The FBI will correspond with you regarding this information
when the consultation is completed.
P
In accordance with standard FBI practice and pursuant to FOIA exemption (b)(7XE) and Privacy Act
exemption (j)(2) [5 U.S.C. § 552/552a (b)(7XE)/(jX2)]. this response neither confirms nor denies the
existence of your subject's name on any watch lists.
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For your information, Congress excluded three discrete categories of law enforcement and national security
records from the requirements of the FOIA. See 5 U.S. C. § 552(c) (2006 & Supp. IV (2010). This response is
limited to those records that are subject to the requirements of the FOIA. This is a standard notification that is given
to all our requesters and should not be taken as an indication that excluded records do, or do not, exist. Enclosed for
your information is a copy of the Explanation of Exemptions.
Although your request is in litigation, we are required by 5 USC § 552 (a)(6XA) to provide you the following
information concerning your right to appeal. You may file an appeal by writing to the Director, Office of Information
Policy (OIP), United States Department of Justice, Suite 11050, 1425 New York Avenue. NW. Washington, D.C.
20530-0001, or you may submit an appeal through OIP's FOIAonline portal by creating an account on the following
web site: httos://foiaonline.regulations.govifoiafaction/oublic/home. Your appeal must be postmarked or
electronically transmitted within ninety (90) days from the date of this letter in order to be considered timely. If you
submit your appeal by mail, both the letter and the envelope should be clearly marked "Freedom of Information Act
Appeal? Please cite the FOIPA Request Number assigned to your request so that it may be easily identified.
The enclosed material is from the main investigative file(s) in which the subject(s) of your request was the
focus of the investigation. Our search located additional references, in files relating to other individuals, or
matters, which may or may not be about your subject(s). Our experience has shown when ident, references
usually contain information similar to the information processed in the main file(s). Because of our significant
backlog, we have given priority to processing only the main investigative file(s). If you want the references, you
must submit a separate request for them in witting, and they will be reviewed at a later date, as time and resources
permit.
See additional information which follows.
Sincerely.
Enclosures
The enclosed documents contained in this release represent the first interim release of information
responsive to your April 21, 2017 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request.
Duplicate copies of the same document were not processed.
For your information, sealed court records are not eligible for release under the Freedom of Information
Act. Material responsive to your request has been withheld and marked "OTHER-Sealed" pursuant to appropriate
order(s) issued by federal district courts.
Your request for a waiver of fees has been granted.
For questions regarding our determinations, visit the www.lbi.gov/foia website under "Contact Us.'
The FOIPA Request Number listed above has been assigned to your request. Please use this number in all
correspondence concerning your request. Your patience is appreciated.
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EXPLANATION OF EXEMPTIONS
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552
(b)(I) (A) specifically authorized under criteria established by an Executive order to be kept secret in the interest of national defense or foreign
policy and (B) arc in fact properly classified to such Executive order;
(b)(2) related solely to the internal personnel rules and practices ofan agency;
(b)(3) specifically exempted from disclosure by statute (other than section 5526 of this title), provided that such statute (A) requires that the matters
be withheld from the public in such a manner as to leave no discretion on issue, or (8) establishes particular criteria for withholding or refers
to particular types of matters to be withheld;
(b)(4) trade secrets and commercial or financial information obtained from a person and privileged or confidential;
(14(5) inter-agency or intra-agency memorandums or letters which would not be available by law to a party other than an agency in litigation with
the agency;
(b)(6) personnel and medical files and similar files the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy;
(b)(7) records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes, but only to the extent that the production of such law enforcement records or
information ( A ) could reasonably be expected to interfere with enforcement proceedings. ( B ) would deprive a person of a right to a fair
trial or an impartial adjudication, ( C ) could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy, ( D ) could
reasonably be expected to disclose the identity of confidential source, including a State. local, or foreign agency or authority or any private
institution which furnished information on a confidential basis, and, in the case of record or information compiled by a criminal law
enforcement authority in the course of a criminal investigation, or by an agency conducting a lawful national security intelligence
investigation. information furnished by a confidential source. ( E ) would disclose techniques and procedures for law enforcement
investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions if such disclosure could
reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law, or ( F ) could reasonably be expected to endanger the life or physical safety of any
individual;
(b)(8) contained in or related to examination, operating, or condition reports prepared by, on behalf of, or for the use of an agency responsible for
the regulation or supervision of financial institutions: or
(b)(9) geological and geophysical information and data, including maps, concerning wells.
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552a
(d)(5) information compiled in reasonable anticipation ofa civil action proceeding;
(jX2) material reporting investigative effoffs pertaining to the enforcement of criminal law including efforts to prevent, control, or reduce crime
or apprehend criminals;
(k)(1) information which is currently and properly classified pursuant to an Executive order in the interest of the national defense or foreign policy,
for example, information involving intelligence sources or methods;
(k)(2) investigatory material compiled for law enforcement purposes. other than criminal, which did not result in loss of a right, benefit or privilege
under Federal programs, or which would identify a source who furnished information pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be
held in confidence;
(k)(3) material maintained in connection with providing protective services to the President of the United States or any other individual pursuant to
the authority of Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056;
(k)(4) required by statute to be maintained and used solely as statistical records;
(k)(5) investigatory material compiled solely for the purpose of determining suitability, eligibility, or qualifications for Federal civilian
employment or for access to classified information, the disclosure of which would reveal the identity of the person who furnished
information pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be held in confidence;
(k)(6) testing or examination material used to determine individual qualifications for appointment or promotion in Federal Government service he
release of which would compromise the testing or examination process;
(k)(7) material used to determine potential for promotion in the anned services, the disclosure of which would reveal the identity of the person
who furnished the material pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be held in confidence.
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U.S. Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Washington, D.C. 20535
November 1, 2017
MR. DANIEL NOVACK
ON BEHALF OF RADAR ONLINE
L R. NOVACK
Subject: EPSTEIN, JEFFREY
Dear Mr. Novack:
The enclosed documents were reviewed under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Title 5, United States
Code, Section 552. Deletions have been made to protect information which is exempt from disclosure, with the
appropriate exemptions noted on the page next to the excision. In addition, a deleted page information sheet was
inserted in the file to indicate where pages were withheld entirely. The exemptions used to withhold information are
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✓ We are consulting with another agency. The FBI will correspond with you regarding this information
when the consultation is completed.
In accordance with standard FBI practice and pursuant to FOIA exemption (b)(1XE) and Privacy Act
exemption (j)(2) (5 U.S.C. § 552/552a (bX7XE)/0X2)), this response neither confirms nor denies the
existence of your subject's name on any watch lists.
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For your information, Congress excluded three discrete categories of law enforcement and national security
records from the requirements of the FOIA. See 5 U.S. C. § 552(c) (2006 & Supp. IV (2010). This response is
limited to those records that are subject to the requirements of the FOIA. This is a standard notification that is
given to all our requesters and should not be taken as an indication that excluded records do, or do not, exist.
Enclosed for your information is a copy of the Explanation of Exemptions.
Although your request is in litigation, we are required by 5 USC § 552 (a)(6)(A) to provide you the following
information concerning your light to appeal. You may file an appeal by writing to the Director, Office of Information
Policy (OIP), United States Department of Justice, Suite 11050, 1425 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C.
20530-0001, or you may submit an appeal through OIP's FOIAonline portal by creating an account on the following
web site: httos:ffloiaonline.regulations.govifoia/action/publicihome. Your appeal must be postmarked or
electronically transmitted within ninety (90) days from the date of this letter in order to be considered timely. If you
submit your appeal by mail, both the letter and the envelope should be dearly marked "Freedom of Information Act
Appeal: Please cite the FOIPA Request Number assigned to your request so that it may be easily identified.
The enclosed material is from the main investigative file(s) in which the subject(s) of your request was
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the focus of the investigation. Our search located additional references, in files relating to other
individuals, or matters, which may or may not be about your subject(s). Our experience has shown
when ident, references usually contain information similar to the information processed in the main
file(s). Because of our significant backlog. we have given priority to processing only the main
investigative file(s). If you want the references, you must submit a separate request for them in writing,
and they will be reviewed at a later date, as time and resources permit.
See additional information which follows.
Enclosures
The enclosed documents contained in this release represent the second interim release of information
responsive to your April 21, 2017 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request.
Duplicate copies of the same document were not processed.
For questions regarding our determinations, visit the viww.fbi.govifoia website under "Contact Us."
The FOIPA Request Number listed above has been assigned to your request. Please use this number in all
correspondence concerning your request. Your patience is appreciated.
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EXPLANATION OF EXEMPTIONS
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552
(b)(I) (A) specifically authorized under criteria established by an Executive order to be kept secret in the interest of national defense or foreign
policy and (B) are in fact properly classified to such Executive order;
(b)(2) related solely to the internal personnel rules and practices of an agency:
(b)(3) specifically exempted from disclosure by statute (other than section 552b of this title), provided that such statute (A) requires that the matters
be withheld from the public in such a manner as to leave no discretion on issue, or (B) establishes particular criteria for withholding or refers
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How you will pay I am requesting a fee waiver for my request and have reviewed the FOIA reference
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maximum amount in the box below.
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Proof Of Affiliation for Fee Waiver
Waiver Explanation The National Enquirer is a news organization. Under S U.S.C. §
552(a)(4)(A)(iii), the Enquirer is entitled to a fee waiver because
disclosure of the information sought is in the public interest, is likely to
contribute significantly to public understanding of the operations or
activities of the government, and is not primarily in the commercial
interest of the requester.
Documentation Files
Non-Individual FOIA Request
Request Information Please see attached pdf for the National Enquirer's FOIA request concerning
the investigation and prosecution of financier Jeffrey Epstein in 2005 and
2006 for crimes relating to sexual trafficking of minors.
Expedite
Expedite Reason This request has been the subject of the request is of widespread and
exceptional media interest and the information sought involves possible
questions about the government's integrity which affects public confidence.
Specifically; the issue of whether Mr. Epstein's wealth and connections
secured him favorable treatment by the DO).
Given that a civil defamation trial between one of Epstein's victims and his
alleged co-conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, has just begun, the topic is of
renewed interest to the public and therefore is worthy of expedited
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ENQUIRER
April 20. 2017
VIA FOIA PORTAL
TO: Federal Bureau of Investigation
FROM: James Robertson
Senior Managing Editor
The National Enquirer
4 New York Plaza (2o" Floor)
New York, NY 10004
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am a reporter and editor for The National Enquirer. I request records under the provisions
of the Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C.§ 552.
Request
The Enquirer seeks all documents relating to the FBI's investigation and prosecution of
financier Jeffrey Edward Epstein, who pled guilty to one count of felony solicitation of
prostitution in August 2006.
Background
Jeffrey Epstein is a billionaire financier, philanthropist, and sex offender. In 2005, Epstein
became the subject of an undercover sex trafficking investigation by Palm Beach, Florida
police and the FBI. Dozens of underage women claimed that they had been trafficked by
Epstein to perform sexual acts on him as well as his friends.
Many prominent political figures have been connected to Mr. Epstein's child-trafficking
ring, including former President Bill Clinton and Prince Andrew of the British Royal
Family.
Links: (Bill Clinton) http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/05/13/flight-logs-show-bill-clinton-
flew-on-sex-offenders-jet-much-more-than-previously-known.html; (Prince Andrew)
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/jan/10/jeffrey-epstein-decade-scandal-prince-
andrew
Despite the gravity of his offenses, the Department of Justice agreed to allow Epstein to
plead guilty to a single count of soliciting prostitution from an underage girl under Florida
state law, and served only 13 months in prison. In addition, prosecutors agreed not to bring
charges against Epstein's alleged co-conspirators.
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ENQUIRER
Link: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/jan/10/jeffrey-epstein-decade-scandal-
prince-andrew
Papers filed in a 2006 lawsuit alleged that Epstein surreptitiously recorded sexual activity
between prominent individuals and underage girls for purposes of blackmail, leaving many
to wonder whether potential blackmail material played a role in his light sentence:
Link: http://www.ibtimes.com.au/prince-andrew-m cht-have-been-caught-tape-sex-slave-
1407641
Expedited Processing
This request has been the subject of the request is of widespread and exceptional media
interest and the information sought involves possible questions about the government's
integrity which affects public confidence. Specifically; the issue of whether Mr. Epstein's
wealth and connections secured him favorable treatment by the DOJ.
Given the a civil defamation trial between one of Epstein's victims and his alleged co-
conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, is about to begin, the topic is of renewed interest to the
public and therefore is worthy of expedited processing.
Certification
The above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Fee Waiver
The National Enquirer is a news organization. Under 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(4XA)(iii), the
Enquirer is entitled to a fee waiver because disclosure of the information sought is in the
public interest, is likely to contribute significantly to public understanding of the operations
or activities of the government, and is not primarily in the commercial interest of the
requester.
Electronic Records
Please furnish all responsive records in electronic format.
Further Correspondence
All correspondence regarding this request can be directed to me al
Please be aware that under 5 U.S.C. § 552(aX6)(A), a FOIA request is considered
constructively denied after twenty business days.
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ENQUIRER
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this request.
Sincerely,
James Robertson
Senior Managing Editor
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U.S. Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Washington, O.C. 20535
April 28, 2017
MR. JAMES ROBERTSON
THE NATIONAL ENQUIRER
Subject: EPSTEIN. JEFFREY
Dear Mr. Robertson:
This acknowledges receipt of your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the FBI. The
FOIPA number listed above has been assigned to your request.
You submitted your request via the FBI's eFOIA system.
r We have reviewed your request and determined that it is compliant with
the terms and conditions of the eFOIA system. You will continue to receive
correspondence online.
We have reviewed your request and determined that it is not in compliance with
the terms and conditions of the eFOIA system. Future correspondence will be
mailed to you.
You have requested records concerning one or more third party individuals. The FBI recognizes
an Important privacy interest in the requested information. To continue processing your request regarding a
third party, submit one of the following: (1) an authorization and consent from the individual(s) (to., express
authorization and consent of the third party); (2) proof of death (i.e., proof that your subject is deceased); or
(3) a justification that the public interest in disclosure outweighs personal privacy (i.e., a clear demonstration
that the public interest in disclosure outweighs personal privacy Interests). In the absence of such
information, the FBI can neither confirm nor deny the existence of any records responsive to your request,
which, if they were to exist, would be exempt from disclosure pursuant to FOIA Exemptions (b)(6) and
(b)(7)(C), 5 U.S.C. §§ 552 (b)(6) and (b)(7XC).
Express authorization and consent. If you seek disclosure of any existing records on this basis,
enclosed is a Certification of Identity form. You may make additional copies of this form if you are
requesting information on more than one individual. The subject of your request should complete this form
and then sign it. Alternatively, the subject may prepare a document containing the required descriptive data
and have it notarized. The original certification of identity or notarized authorization with the descriptive
information must contain a legible, original signature before FBI can conduct an accurate search of our
records.
Proof of death. If you seek disclosure of any existing records on this basis, proof of death can be
a copy of a death certificate, Social Security Death Index, obituary, or another recognized reference source.
Death is presumed if the birth date of the subject is more than 100 years ago.
Public Interest Disclosure. If you seek disclosure of any existing records on this basis, you must
demonstrate that the public interest in disclosure outweighs personal privacy interests. In this regard, you
must show that the public interest sought is a significant one, and that the requested information is likely to
advance that interest.
Fax your request to the Work Process Unit at (540) 868-4997, or mail to 170 Marcel Drive,
Winchester, VA 22602. If we do not receive a response from you within 30 days from the date of this letter,
your request will be dosed. You must include the FOIPA request number with any communication
regarding this matter.
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For your information. Congress excluded three discrete categories of law enforcement and national
security records from the requirements of the FOIA. See 5 U.S.C. § 552(c). As such, this response is
limited to those records, if any exist, that are subject to the FOIA. This is a standard notification that is
given to all our requesters and should not be taken as an indication that excluded records do, or do not,
exist.
You may file an appeal by writing to the Director, Office of Information Policy (OIP), United States
Department of Justice, Suite 11050, 1425 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20530-0001, or you
may submit an appeal through OIP's FOIAonline portal by creating an account on the following web
site: httoslifoiaonline.regulations.govlfoiaraction/oublic/home. Your appeal must be postmarked or
electronically transmitted within ninety (90) days from the date of this letter in order to be considered timely.
If you submit your appeal by mail, both the letter and the envelope should be clearly marked 'Freedom of
Information Act Appeal: Please cite the FOIPA Request Number assigned to your request so that it may
be easily identified.
You may seek dispute resolution services by contacting the Office of Government Information
Services (OGIS) at 877-684-6448, or by emailing ociis(ffinara.00v. Alternatively, you may contact the FBI's
FOIA Public Liaison by emailing foioacluestionseic.fbimov. If you submit your dispute resolution
correspondence by email, the subject heading should clearly state 'Dispute Resolution Services." Please
also cite the FOIPA Request Number assigned to your request so that it may be easily identified.
For questions on how to reasonably describe your request, please email us at
foinaauestionsaic.fbiciov. You may also visit wywribLoov and select 'Services," Records Management,"
and "Freedom of Information/Privacy Act" for additional guidance.
Enclosed for your information is a copy of the FBI Fact Sheet and a copy of the Explanation of
Exemptions.
Sincerely,
Endosure(s)
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FBI FACT SHEET
• The primary functions of the FBI are national security and law enforcement.
• The FBI does not keep a file on every citizen of the United States.
• The FBI was not established until 1908 and we have very few records prior to the 1920s.
• FBI files generally contain reports of FBI investigations of a wide range of matters, including counterterrorism,
counter-intelligence, cyber crime, public corruption, civil rights, organized crime, white collar crime, major thefts.
violent crime, and applicants.
• The FBI does not issue clearances or non-clearances for anyone other than its own personnel or persons
having access to FBI facilities. Background investigations for security clearances are conducted by many
different Government agencies. Persons who received a clearance while in the military or employed with some
other government agency should contact that entity. Most government agencies have websites which are
accessible on the internet which have their contact information.
• An identity history summary check or "rap sheet" is NOT the same as an "FBI file." It is a listing of
information taken from fingerprint cards and related documents submitted to the FBI in connection with arrests,
federal employment, naturalization or military service. The subject of a "rap sheet" may obtain a copy by
submitting a written request to FBI CJIS Division — Summary Request. 1000 Custer Hollow Road. Clarksburg. WV
26306. Along with a specific written request, the individual must submit a new full set of his/her fingerprints in
order to locate the record, establish positive identification, and ensure that an individual's records are not
disseminated to an unauthorized person. The fingerprint submission must include the subject's name, date and
place of birth. There is a required fee of $18 for this service, which must be submitted by money order or
certified check made payable to the Treasury of the United States. A credit card payment option is also
available. Forms for this option and additional directions may be obtained by accessing the FBI Web site at
www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/identity-history-summary-checks.
• The National Name Check Program (NNCP) conducts a search of the FBI's Universal Index (UNI) to identify
any information contained in FBI records that may be associated with an individual and provides the results of that
search to a requesting federal, state or local agency. Names are searched in a multitude of combinations and
phonetic spellings to ensure all records are located. The NNCP also searches for both -main" and - cross
reference" files. A main file is an entry that carries the name corresponding to the subject of a file, while a cross
reference is merely a mention of an individual contained in a file. The results from a search of this magnitude
can result in several "hits" and "idents" on an individual. In each instance where UNI has identified a name
variation or reference, information must be reviewed to determine if it is applicable to the individual in question.
• The Record/Information Dissemination Section (RIDS) searches for records and provides copies of FBI files
responsive to Freedom of Information or Privacy Act (FOIPA) requests for information. RIDS provides
responsive documents to requesters seeking 'reasonably described information." For a FOIPA search, the
subject's name, event, activity, or business is searched to determine whether there is an associated investigative
file. This is called a "main file search" and differs from the NNCP search.
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE FBI, VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
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EXPLANATION OF EXEMPTIONS
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552
(bXI) (A) specifically authorized under criteria established by an Executive order to be kept secret in the interest of national defense or foreign
policy and (B) arc in fact properly classified to such Executive order;
(bX2) related solely to the internal personnel rules and practices of an agency;
(b)(3) specifically exempted from disclosure by statute (other than section 5526 of this title), provided that such statute (A) requires that the
matters be withheld from the public in such a manner as to leave no discretion on issue, or (B) establishes particular criteria for withholding
or refers to particular types of matters to be withheld;
(b)(4) trade secrets and commercial or financial information obtained from a person and privileged or confidential;
(bX5) inter-agency or intra-agency memorandums or letters which would not be available by law to a party other than an agency in litigation with
the agency;
(b)(6) personnel and medical files and similar files the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy;
(b)(7) records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes. but only to the extent that the production of such law enforcement records
or information ( A ) could reasonably be expected to interfere with enforcement proceedings, ( B ) would deprive a person of a right to a
fair trial or an impartial adjudication. ( C ) could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. ( D )
could reasonably be expected to disclose the identity of confidential source, including a State, local, or foreign agency or authority or any
private institution which furnished information on a confidential basis, and, in the case of record or information compiled by a criminal law
enforcement authority in the course of a criminal investigation, or by an agency conducting a lawful national security intelligence
investigation, information furnished by a confidential source, ( E ) would disclose techniques and procedures for law enforcement
investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions if such disclosure could
reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law, or ( F ) could reasonably be expected to endanger the life or physical safety of any
individual;
(b)(8) contained in or related to examination, operating, or condition reports prepared by, on behalf of, or for the use of an agency responsible for
the regulation or supervision of financial institutions; or
(b)(9) geological and geophysical information and data, including maps, concerning wells.
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552a
(d)(5) information compiled in reasonable anticipation ofa civil action proceeding:
(jX2) material reporting investigative efforts pertaining to the enforcement of criminal law including efforts to prevent, control, or reduce crime
or apprehend criminals;
(kXl) information which is currently and properly classified pursuant to an Executive order in the interest of the national defense or foreign
policy, for example. information involving intelligence sources or methods;
(kX2) investigatory material compiled for law enforcement purposes, other than criminal. which did not result in loss of a right, benefit or
privilege under Federal programs. or which would identify a source who furnished information pursuant to a promise that his/her identity
would be held in confidence;
(kX3) material maintained in connection with providing protective services to the President of the United States or any other individual pursuant
to the authority of Title 18. United States Code, Section 3056;
(kX4) required by statute to be maintained and used solely as statistical records;
(kX5) investigatory material compiled solely for the purpose of determining suitability, eligibility, or qualifications for Federal civilian
employment or for access to classified information, the disclosure of which would reveal the identity of the person who furnished
information pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be held in confidence;
(kX6) testing or examination material used to determine individual qualifications for appointment or promotion in Federal Government service he
release of which would compromise the testing or examination process;
(kX7) material used to determine potential for promotion in the armed services, the disclosure of which would reveal the identity of the person
who furnished the material pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be held in confidence.
FBIJDOJ
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CS Department of Justice Certification of Identity
FOPS APPROVED OMB NO 11034016
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Privacy Act Statement. In accordance with 28 CFR Section 16.41(C personal data sufficient to identify the individuals submstmg requests by
mail under the Miry Act of 1974. 5 U.S.0 Section 552a. is required The purpose of this solicitation is to ensure that the records of ugly:Muds
who se the subject of U.S. Departroent of Justice systems of records are not wrongfully disclosed by the Department Requests will not be
processed if this information is not unshed. False information on this form may subject the requester to criminal penalties under 18 I: S C
Section 1001 ardor 5 U.S.C. Section 552‘00/
Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 0 50 hours per response. induc= the time for rerievang
insauctions. searching =song data sources. pthenng and maintaining the data needed, and completing and revrewmg the collection of
information Suggestions for reducing this burden may be sub=rted to the Office of Information and P,egulatory Affairs. Office of Management
and Budget. Public Use Reports Project (1103-0016). Washington. DC 20503.
Full Name of Requester 1
Citizenship Status 2 Social Security Number
Cusrent Address
Date ofBirth Place of Birth
OPTIONAL: Authorization to Release Information to Another Person
Ibis form is also to be completed by a requester who is authorizing information relating to himself or herself to be released to another person
Further, pursuant to 5 CiSC Section 5521(b). I authorize the 1: S Department of Justice to release any and all information relating to me to
Paint or Type Name
I declare wider penalty of perjury wider the laws of the United States of America that the foregoing is true and comet and that the person
named above• and I understand that any falsification of this statement is punishable under the provisions of 18 U.S.0 Section 1001 by a fine of
not mxe than $10.000 or by imprisonment of not more than five years ce both, and that requesting or obtaining any record(s) under false
pretenses is punishable under the provisions of 5 U S C 552a@(3) by a Sae ofnot more dim 55.000.
Signature' Date
Name of individual Mao is the abject of the record(s) sought
• Individual submitting a request man the Privacy Act of 1974 must be enter - a citizen of die United States or m alien laufully
admitted for permanent residence." pursuant*, 5 U.S.C. Section 552a4aX2). Requests wall be processed n Freedom ofInformation Act
requests pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Section 552. it than Privacy Act requests. for indaiduals who re not united States citizens or aliens
Lawfully admitted for permanent residence.
handing your social security minter is voluntary. You are asked to provide your social security smoker only to facilitate the
identification of records relating to you. Without your social security number, the Departmers may be unable to locale any a all meads
pertaining to you
Signature of individual who a the subject oft& record soma
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Federal Bureau of Investigation
Washington, D.C. 20535
October 11, 2017
MR. DANIEL NOVACK
ON BEHALF OF RADAR ONLINE
R. NOVACK
Subject: EPSTEIN, JEFFREY
Dear Mr. Novack:
The enclosed documents were reviewed under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Title 5. United States
Code, Section 552. Deletions have been made to protect information which is exempt from disclosure, with the
appropriate exemptions noted on the page next to the excision. In addition, a deleted page information sheet was
inserted in the file to indicate where pages were withheld entirely. The exemptions used to withhold information are
marked below and explained on the enclosed Explanation of Exemptions:
Section 552 Section 552a
F • (1:0(7)(A) F (d)(5)
F (b)(2) F (bx7)(B) F (j)(2)
1.7 (b)(3) • (b)(7)(C) F (k)(1)
18 U. S. C. Section 3059(d). • (b)(7)(D) F (k)(2)
Federal Rules of Criminal P (bX7)(E) F (k)(3)
Procedure Rule 6(e) F (b)(7)(F) F (k)(4)
F (bx4) F (b)(8) F (k)(5)
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296 pages were reviewed and 38 pages are being released.
F Documents were located which originated with, or contained information concerning, other Government
Agencies.
F This information has been referred to the OGA(s) for review and direct response to you.
F We are consulting with another agency. The FBI will correspond with you regarding this information
when the consultation is completed.
P
In accordance with standard FBI practice and pursuant to FOIA exemption (b)(7XE) and Privacy Act
exemption (j)(2) [5 U.S.C. § 552/552a (b)(7XE)/(jX2)]. this response neither confirms nor denies the
existence of your subject's name on any watch lists.
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For your information, Congress excluded three discrete categories of law enforcement and national security
records from the requirements of the FOIA. See 5 U.S. C. § 552(c) (2006 & Supp. IV (2010). This response is
limited to those records that are subject to the requirements of the FOIA. This is a standard notification that is given
to all our requesters and should not be taken as an indication that excluded records do, or do not, exist. Enclosed for
your information is a copy of the Explanation of Exemptions.
Although your request is in litigation, we are required by 5 USC § 552 (a)(6XA) to provide you the following
information concerning your right to appeal. You may file an appeal by writing to the Director, Office of Information
Policy (OIP), United States Department of Justice, Suite 11050, 1425 New York Avenue. NW. Washington, D.C.
20530-0001, or you may submit an appeal through OIP's FOIAonline portal by creating an account on the following
web site: httos://foiaonline.regulations.govifoiafaction/oublic/home. Your appeal must be postmarked or
electronically transmitted within ninety (90) days from the date of this letter in order to be considered timely. If you
submit your appeal by mail, both the letter and the envelope should be clearly marked "Freedom of Information Act
Appeal? Please cite the FOIPA Request Number assigned to your request so that it may be easily identified.
The enclosed material is from the main investigative file(s) in which the subject(s) of your request was the
focus of the investigation. Our search located additional references, in files relating to other individuals, or
matters, which may or may not be about your subject(s). Our experience has shown when ident, references
usually contain information similar to the information processed in the main file(s). Because of our significant
backlog, we have given priority to processing only the main investigative file(s). If you want the references, you
must submit a separate request for them in witting, and they will be reviewed at a later date, as time and resources
permit.
See additional information which follows.
Sincerely.
Enclosures
The enclosed documents contained in this release represent the first interim release of information
responsive to your April 21, 2017 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request.
Duplicate copies of the same document were not processed.
For your information, sealed court records are not eligible for release under the Freedom of Information
Act. Material responsive to your request has been withheld and marked "OTHER-Sealed" pursuant to appropriate
order(s) issued by federal district courts.
Your request for a waiver of fees has been granted.
For questions regarding our determinations, visit the www.lbi.gov/foia website under "Contact Us.'
The FOIPA Request Number listed above has been assigned to your request. Please use this number in all
correspondence concerning your request. Your patience is appreciated.
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EXPLANATION OF EXEMPTIONS
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552
(b)(I) (A) specifically authorized under criteria established by an Executive order to be kept secret in the interest of national defense or foreign
policy and (B) arc in fact properly classified to such Executive order;
(b)(2) related solely to the internal personnel rules and practices ofan agency;
(b)(3) specifically exempted from disclosure by statute (other than section 5526 of this title), provided that such statute (A) requires that the matters
be withheld from the public in such a manner as to leave no discretion on issue, or (8) establishes particular criteria for withholding or refers
to particular types of matters to be withheld;
(b)(4) trade secrets and commercial or financial information obtained from a person and privileged or confidential;
(14(5) inter-agency or intra-agency memorandums or letters which would not be available by law to a party other than an agency in litigation with
the agency;
(b)(6) personnel and medical files and similar files the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy;
(b)(7) records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes, but only to the extent that the production of such law enforcement records or
information ( A ) could reasonably be expected to interfere with enforcement proceedings. ( B ) would deprive a person of a right to a fair
trial or an impartial adjudication, ( C ) could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy, ( D ) could
reasonably be expected to disclose the identity of confidential source, including a State. local, or foreign agency or authority or any private
institution which furnished information on a confidential basis, and, in the case of record or information compiled by a criminal law
enforcement authority in the course of a criminal investigation, or by an agency conducting a lawful national security intelligence
investigation. information furnished by a confidential source. ( E ) would disclose techniques and procedures for law enforcement
investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions if such disclosure could
reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law, or ( F ) could reasonably be expected to endanger the life or physical safety of any
individual;
(b)(8) contained in or related to examination, operating, or condition reports prepared by, on behalf of, or for the use of an agency responsible for
the regulation or supervision of financial institutions: or
(b)(9) geological and geophysical information and data, including maps, concerning wells.
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552a
(d)(5) information compiled in reasonable anticipation ofa civil action proceeding;
(jX2) material reporting investigative effoffs pertaining to the enforcement of criminal law including efforts to prevent, control, or reduce crime
or apprehend criminals;
(k)(1) information which is currently and properly classified pursuant to an Executive order in the interest of the national defense or foreign policy,
for example, information involving intelligence sources or methods;
(k)(2) investigatory material compiled for law enforcement purposes. other than criminal, which did not result in loss of a right, benefit or privilege
under Federal programs, or which would identify a source who furnished information pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be
held in confidence;
(k)(3) material maintained in connection with providing protective services to the President of the United States or any other individual pursuant to
the authority of Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056;
(k)(4) required by statute to be maintained and used solely as statistical records;
(k)(5) investigatory material compiled solely for the purpose of determining suitability, eligibility, or qualifications for Federal civilian
employment or for access to classified information, the disclosure of which would reveal the identity of the person who furnished
information pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be held in confidence;
(k)(6) testing or examination material used to determine individual qualifications for appointment or promotion in Federal Government service he
release of which would compromise the testing or examination process;
(k)(7) material used to determine potential for promotion in the anned services, the disclosure of which would reveal the identity of the person
who furnished the material pursuant to a promise that his/her identity would be held in confidence.
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U.S. Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Washington, D.C. 20535
November 1, 2017
MR. DANIEL NOVACK
ON BEHALF OF RADAR ONLINE
L R. NOVACK
Subject: EPSTEIN, JEFFREY
Dear Mr. Novack:
The enclosed documents were reviewed under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Title 5, United States
Code, Section 552. Deletions have been made to protect information which is exempt from disclosure, with the
appropriate exemptions noted on the page next to the excision. In addition, a deleted page information sheet was
inserted in the file to indicate where pages were withheld entirely. The exemptions used to withhold information are
marked below and explained on the enclosed Explanation of Exemptions:
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527 pages were reviewed and 25 pages are being released.
✓ Document(s) were located which originated with, or contained information concerning, other
Government Agency (ies) IOGAj.
✓ This information has been referred to the OGA(s) for review and direct response to you.
✓ We are consulting with another agency. The FBI will correspond with you regarding this information
when the consultation is completed.
In accordance with standard FBI practice and pursuant to FOIA exemption (b)(1XE) and Privacy Act
exemption (j)(2) (5 U.S.C. § 552/552a (bX7XE)/0X2)), this response neither confirms nor denies the
existence of your subject's name on any watch lists.
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For your information, Congress excluded three discrete categories of law enforcement and national security
records from the requirements of the FOIA. See 5 U.S. C. § 552(c) (2006 & Supp. IV (2010). This response is
limited to those records that are subject to the requirements of the FOIA. This is a standard notification that is
given to all our requesters and should not be taken as an indication that excluded records do, or do not, exist.
Enclosed for your information is a copy of the Explanation of Exemptions.
Although your request is in litigation, we are required by 5 USC § 552 (a)(6)(A) to provide you the following
information concerning your light to appeal. You may file an appeal by writing to the Director, Office of Information
Policy (OIP), United States Department of Justice, Suite 11050, 1425 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C.
20530-0001, or you may submit an appeal through OIP's FOIAonline portal by creating an account on the following
web site: httos:ffloiaonline.regulations.govifoia/action/publicihome. Your appeal must be postmarked or
electronically transmitted within ninety (90) days from the date of this letter in order to be considered timely. If you
submit your appeal by mail, both the letter and the envelope should be dearly marked "Freedom of Information Act
Appeal: Please cite the FOIPA Request Number assigned to your request so that it may be easily identified.
The enclosed material is from the main investigative file(s) in which the subject(s) of your request was
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the focus of the investigation. Our search located additional references, in files relating to other
individuals, or matters, which may or may not be about your subject(s). Our experience has shown
when ident, references usually contain information similar to the information processed in the main
file(s). Because of our significant backlog. we have given priority to processing only the main
investigative file(s). If you want the references, you must submit a separate request for them in writing,
and they will be reviewed at a later date, as time and resources permit.
See additional information which follows.
Enclosures
The enclosed documents contained in this release represent the second interim release of information
responsive to your April 21, 2017 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request.
Duplicate copies of the same document were not processed.
For questions regarding our determinations, visit the viww.fbi.govifoia website under "Contact Us."
The FOIPA Request Number listed above has been assigned to your request. Please use this number in all
correspondence concerning your request. Your patience is appreciated.
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EXPLANATION OF EXEMPTIONS
SUBSECTIONS OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 552
(b)(I) (A) specifically authorized under criteria established by an Executive order to be kept secret in the interest of national defense or foreign
policy and (B) are in fact properly classified to such Executive order;
(b)(2) related solely to the internal personnel rules and practices of an agency:
(b)(3) specifically exempted from disclosure by statute (other than section 552b of this title), provided that such statute (A) requires that the matters
be withheld from the public in such a manner as to leave no discretion on issue, or (B) establishes particular criteria for withholding or refers