UNITED STATES OF AMERICA v. GHISLAINE MAXWELL Superseding Indictment — S2 20 Cr. 330
The superseding indictment expanded the original charges against Ghislaine Maxwell to six counts:
1. Conspiracy to entice minors to travel to engage in illegal sex acts (1994-1997) 2. Enticement of a minor to travel to engage in illegal sex acts 3. Conspiracy to transport minors with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity (2001-2004) 4. Transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity 5. Sex trafficking conspiracy (2001-2004) 6. Sex trafficking of a minor — the most serious charge, added in the superseding indictment
EXPANDED SCOPE: The superseding indictment expanded the timeframe of alleged criminal conduct to include activity from 1994 through 2004, spanning a decade. It identified a wider pattern of behavior across multiple Epstein residences.
KEY ALLEGATIONS AGAINST MAXWELL: The government alleged that Maxwell played a critical role in the grooming and abuse of underage girls. Specifically, she befriended victims, took them shopping and to movies, normalized sexual discussions and conduct, and was present during encounters with Epstein. Maxwell allegedly maintained the household environments that facilitated abuse, instructed employees, and directly participated in some abuse.
TRIAL OUTCOME: On December 29, 2021, the jury found Maxwell guilty on five of six counts. She was acquitted on Count 2 (enticement related to the victim identified as "Jane"). Maxwell was sentenced on June 28, 2022 to 20 years in federal prison. She is currently incarcerated at FCI Tallahassee.