This document is a transcript of a bail hearing for Jeffrey Epstein held on July 15, 2019, in the Southern District of New York. The hearing was presided over by Judge Richard M. Berman. The government sought pretrial detention for Epstein, citing risk of flight and danger to the community, while the defense argued for bail, emphasizing Epstein's compliance with legal obligations and the presumption of innocence. The hearing included discussions on Epstein's financial disclosures, past legal agreements, and allegations of witness tampering. Victims and their representatives were present, with some speaking against granting bail.
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