New York, New York — Ghislaine Maxwell, serving a 20-year federal sentence for sex trafficking and assisting Jeffrey Epstein, plans to file a new habeas corpus petition seeking review of her conviction. Her attorney, Leah Saffian, said Friday that the petition includes evidence that was not available during Maxwell’s 2021 trial and could have influenced the jury’s decision.
The announcement follows a six-page letter sent this week by Rep. Jamie Raskin to President Donald Trump outlining whistleblower allegations that Maxwell was preparing materials to request a commutation. Raskin also claimed Maxwell received “concierge-style treatment” at the minimum-security prison camp in Bryan, Texas, including private meetings, additional computer access and customized meals. A spokesperson for House Judiciary Democrats said any attempts by the Bureau of Prisons to retaliate against staff or inmates with relevant information would be unacceptable.
Saffian denied that Maxwell had requested a commutation or pardon and said the whistleblower’s claims misrepresent internal communications. She argued that the release of emails between Maxwell and her attorneys violated legal protections, while disclosure of correspondence with family members infringed on constitutional rights.
The attorney further alleged misconduct by both government officials and a juror before, during and after Maxwell’s trial, claiming the verdict is “unsafe” and warrants relief. Maxwell has previously attempted to overturn her sentence, though the Supreme Court declined to hear her appeal last month.
Habeas petitions, while available to federal inmates, are rarely granted. Fewer than 1% succeed in non-capital cases, according to the Brennan Center for Justice.
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