New York allows publication by Epstein

The court in New York has allowed the public release of materials related to the case of the famous American financier Jordan Epstein, connected to allegations of sexual violence and exploitation of minors. The decision was reached after a motion by the U.S. Department of Justice, which acted based on a congressional request for disclosure of all available documents in the case.

Epstein's former FBI employee died in prison in 2019, where he had been sent due to accusations of sexual crimes. Publishing the materials will allow the public to gain a more complete understanding of the investigation and the actions of his circle.

Previously, courts in various jurisdictions denied access to materials for several reasons, including compliance with confidentiality requirements and witness protection. However, in this case, the court's decision pointed to high public interest and legislative requirements for transparency.

Context

Epstein, known as a 'clean' financier, was accused of sexual violence against minors. In 2019, he died in prison under investigation. Regulatory requests for disclosure of his business connections and evidence base have been constantly increasing.