This letter from R. Alexander Acosta, U.S. Attorney, addresses a complaint filed by Attorney Stuart S. Mermelstein with The Florida Bar. The complaint concerns victim notifications related to a criminal investigation involving Jeffrey Epstein. Acosta explains the actions taken in compliance with legal obligations and addresses specific rules of the Florida Bar cited in the complaint. The letter details the Non-Prosecution Agreement with Epstein, the appointment of independent counsel for victims, and the communication with victims and their attorneys. Acosta argues that no ethical violations occurred and provides a detailed defense of the actions taken by his office.
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