Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new sex crime charge as he’s seen for first time since open heart surgery
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new sex crime charge as he’s seen for first time since open heart surgery

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Harvey Weinstein pleaded not guilty to a new sex crime charge in his first court appearance since undergoing emergency heart surgery. “Thanks to this survivor who bravely came forward, Harvey Weinstein now stands indicted for an additional alleged violent sexual assault,” District Attorney Alvin Bragg said. Jane Doe’s attorney Lindsay Goldbrum said her client wants to remain unidentified for now and “has not shared this story publicly before.” “She will be fully prepared to speak her truth at trial to hold Mr. Weinstein accountable before a jury of his peers,” Goldbrum said in a statement. open image in gallery Ashley Judd came out with allegations of sexual harassment against Weinstein and condemned the decision by New York’s highest court to overturn his conviction Attorney Gloria Allred, who represents Haley, also condemned the decision.

Court Sex Sexual Harassment Hollywood New York Manhattan York Sexual Heart Surgery Harvey Weinstein Weinstein  rape  seen  sex  victims  heart  surgery  attorney  trial  conviction  york  open  harvey  sexual  court  weinstein  hes  overturned  pleads  guilty

History of this topic

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after 'alarming blood test,' attorney says
1 month ago

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after 'alarming blood test,' attorney says

Raw Story  

Former Hollywood movie producer and convicted sex offender Harvey Weinstein was hospitalized after an "alarming blood test result," his lawyer said late Monday. Weinstein's attorney Imran Ansari told AFP via email that the 72-year-old was taken to a New York hospital for "emergent treatment due to an alarming blood test result that requires immediate medical attention." Prosecutors in New York, …

Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after 'alarming' blood test
1 month ago

Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after 'alarming' blood test

India Today  

Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein was hospitalised on Monday, December 2 following an “alarming blood test,” his attorney said, less than a week after he filed a legal claim alleging substandard medical care at New York City’s jail complex. Weinstein, 72, was sent to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for an “emergent treatment due to an alarming blood test result that …

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after 'alarming blood test,' attorney says
Trending News
1 month, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after 'alarming blood test,' attorney says

Hindustan Times  

NEW YORK — Harvey Weinstein was hospitalized Monday following an “alarming blood test,” his attorney said, less than a week after the disgraced movie mogul filed a legal claim alleging substandard medical care at New York City's notorious jail complex. Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after 'alarming blood test,' attorney says Weinstein, 72, was sent to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for an …

Harvey Weinstein back in hospital as attorney alleges "negligent" care in prison
1 month, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein back in hospital as attorney alleges "negligent" care in prison

Salon  

Film producer Harvey Weinstein was reportedly rushed to the emergency room at Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan on Monday, in the wake of what's being referred to as an "alarming blood test result" that required immediate attention. Currently awaiting retrial on sex crimes charges, Weinstein's attorney, Imran Ansari, issued a statement on his client's worsening health, pointing at alleged inadequate care …

Harvey Weinstein kept in ‘gulag’ conditions at Rikers, with ‘blood on prison garb’ – lawyers file claim against NYC
1 month, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein kept in ‘gulag’ conditions at Rikers, with ‘blood on prison garb’ – lawyers file claim against NYC

Live Mint  

Harvey Weinstein’s legal team filed a legal claim on Tuesday against New York City, accusing the notorious Rikers Island jail complex of failing to provide proper medical care and subjecting the convicted film mogul to unsanitary conditions. The claim, which precedes a potential lawsuit, details multiple grievances, including neglect of Harvey Weinstein’s chronic medical conditions and claims of inadequate care, …

Harvey Weinstein seeks $5 million in damages, alleging lack of medical care, mistreatment at Rikers Island jail
Trending News
1 month, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein seeks $5 million in damages, alleging lack of medical care, mistreatment at Rikers Island jail

Hindustan Times  

Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has filed a $5 million claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at the notorious Rikers Island jail complex. Former film producer Harvey Weinstein appears in court in New York on October 23, 2024 in New York City. “When I last visited him, I found him with …

Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after cancer diagnosis, plans legal action against…
2 months ago

Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after cancer diagnosis, plans legal action against…

Hindustan Times  

Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood mogul serving time for multiple sex crimes, is back in the hospital while battling chronic myeloid leukemia. his team is reportedly considering legal action, alleging that the city’s refusal to keep him at Bellevue Hospital during his upcoming retrial risks his health. Harvey Weinstein plans to sue NYC officials Harvey Weinstein, whose initial conviction was …

Harvey Weinstein due back in court for hearing ahead of retrial
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein due back in court for hearing ahead of retrial

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ …

Harvey Weinstein faces new sex crime charge from accuser who has never gone public
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein faces new sex crime charge from accuser who has never gone public

The Hindu  

Seven years after sexual assault and harassment allegations against Harvey Weinstein turbocharged the #MeToo movement, the ex-movie mogul faces a new sex crime charge from an accuser who's never told her story publicly. While awaiting retrial on other sex charges in a landmark #MeToo case, Weinstein pleaded not guilty Wednesday to a new charge of forcing oral sex on a …

Harvey Weinstein set to be arraigned on additional sex crimes charges in New York
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein set to be arraigned on additional sex crimes charges in New York

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ …

Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new sexual assault charge
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new sexual assault charge

Al Jazeera  

Prosecutors accuse disgraced former Hollywood mogul of sexually assaulting woman in Manhattan hotel in 2006. Disgraced former Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has pleaded not guilty to a new sexual assault charge, years after accusations that he abused dozens of women made him the public face of the #MeToo movement in the United States. “Thanks to this survivor who bravely came …

A look at Harvey Weinstein’s health and legal woes as he faces more criminal charges
3 months, 3 weeks ago

A look at Harvey Weinstein’s health and legal woes as he faces more criminal charges

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ …

Harvey Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial

The Hindu  

Disgraced ex-movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on additional sex crimes charges in New York ahead of a retrial in his landmark #MeToo case, Manhattan prosecutors said at a court hearing Thursday. In April, New York's highest court overturned Weinstein's 2020 conviction on rape and sexual assault charges involving two women and ordered a new trial. “It would be …

Harvey Weinstein Indicted On Additional Sex Crimes Charges Ahead Of New York Retrial
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein Indicted On Additional Sex Crimes Charges Ahead Of New York Retrial

Huff Post  

Harvey Weinstein appears in Manhattan Criminal Court on July 19, 2024 in New York City. Pool via Getty Images NEW YORK — Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of his retrial in New York, Manhattan prosecutors said at a hearing Thursday. Prosecutors had been seeking to retry Weinstein after New York’s highest …

Harvey Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Disgraced ex-movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on additional sex crimes charges in New York ahead of a retrial in his landmark #MeToo case, Manhattan prosecutors said at a court hearing Thursday. “We don’t know what the exact accusations are, the exact locations are, what the timing is.” In April, New York’s highest court overturned Weinstein’s …

Harvey Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial

LA Times  

Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of his retrial in New York. Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of his retrial in New York, Manhattan prosecutors said at a hearing Thursday. Prosecutors had been seeking to retry Weinstein after New York’s highest court, the Court of Appeals, …

Harvey Weinstein undergoes emergency heart surgery, representatives say
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein undergoes emergency heart surgery, representatives say

Al Jazeera  

Producer’s hospitalisation comes as he awaits a new trial after a court quashed his sex crime convictions in New York. Jailed Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has undergone emergency heart surgery after being rushed from prison to a hospital in New York, his representatives have said. Weinstein, 72, was transferred from Rikers Island prison to New York’s Bellevue Hospital to undergo …

Jailed Harvey Weinstein taken to NYC hospital for emergency heart surgery
4 months ago

Jailed Harvey Weinstein taken to NYC hospital for emergency heart surgery

The Hindu  

Jailed ex-movie mogul Harvey Weinstein underwent emergency heart surgery at a New York City hospital on Monday, his representatives said. Weinstein, 72, was taken to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan from the Rikers Island jail complex late Sunday “due to severe medical conditions,” his publicist Juda Engelmayer and prison consultant Craig Rothfeld said. Weinstein has been in an out of Bellevue …

Harvey Weinstein is rushed to the hospital for emergency heart surgery days before appearing in court
4 months ago

Harvey Weinstein is rushed to the hospital for emergency heart surgery days before appearing in court

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The disgraced Hollywood mogul …

Jailed Harvey Weinstein taken to NYC hospital for emergency heart surgery, his representatives say
4 months ago

Jailed Harvey Weinstein taken to NYC hospital for emergency heart surgery, his representatives say

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jailed ex-movie mogul Harvey Weinstein underwent an emergency medical procedure at a New York City hospital on Monday to remove fluid on his heart and lungs after he complained of chest pains over the weekend, his representatives said. Weinstein, 72, was rushed to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan from the Rikers Island jail complex late Sunday “due to …

Harvey Weinstein is in recovery following emergency heart surgery
4 months ago

Harvey Weinstein is in recovery following emergency heart surgery

LA Times  

Harvey Weinstein was “rushed” on Sunday night to Bellevue Hospital in New York, where he underwent a procedure as well as heart surgery on Monday, his representatives said. The former Hollywood movie mogul — who is serving a 16-year prison sentence in his California rape case and is in custody in New York while he awaits retrial on rape charges …

Britain halts criminal proceedings against Harvey Weinstein
4 months ago

Britain halts criminal proceedings against Harvey Weinstein

The Hindu  

British prosecutors have decided not to pursue criminal charges of sexual assault against former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. The Crown Prosecution Service said on Thursday that it decided to discontinue proceedings against Weinstein because there is “no longer a realistic prospect of conviction.’’ “We have explained our decision to all parties,’’ the CPS said in statement. ’’We would always encourage …

Harvey Weinstein will remain locked up in New York while awaiting rape retrial
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein will remain locked up in New York while awaiting rape retrial

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ …

Harvey Weinstein to remain locked up in NY while awaiting rape retrial
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein to remain locked up in NY while awaiting rape retrial

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Harvey Weinstein will remain in custody in New York while awaiting retrial on rape and sexual assault charges in Manhattan, prosecutors confirmed Monday as the former movie mogul made a brief court appearance related to California’s request to extradite him there. But after the New York case is complete, he will return to California to serve his …

Harvey Weinstein may be extradited to California after Newsom signs warrant
5 months, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein may be extradited to California after Newsom signs warrant

LA Times  

Harvey Weinstein appears for a pretrial hearing in Manhattan criminal court on July 19 in New York. Gavin Newsom has signed an extradition warrant seeking the transfer of Harvey Weinstein from custody in New York to California, where he was previously convicted on rape charges. The move follows an April decision by a New York appellate court to overturn Weinstein’s …

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized with COVID-19 and pneumonia
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized with COVID-19 and pneumonia

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Former film mogul Harvey Weinstein has been transferred from a New York City jail to a hospital to undergo treatment for a variety of health problems including COVID-19 and pneumonia in both lungs, his representatives said Thursday. Weinstein, who is awaiting trial in New York on rape and sexual assault charges, was moved from the city’s Rikers …

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized in New York with COVID-19 and double pneumonia
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized in New York with COVID-19 and double pneumonia

LA Times  

Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, shown in a recent court appearance, has been hospitalized again in New York’s Bellevue Hospital prison ward. Former Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, who is awaiting retrial on rape charges in New York, has been hospitalized again. “We continue to express our gratitude to the officers, doctors and nurses” in the city’s corrections and public …

Harvey Weinstein’s retrial in NYC tentatively set for November
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein’s retrial in NYC tentatively set for November

The Hindu  

A judge on Friday tentatively scheduled Harvey Weinstein’s planned retrial on rape and sexual assault charges to begin on November 12. They told Farber that they were still actively pursuing new claims against Weinstein, though they conceded that they hadn’t yet brought any findings to a grand jury. Aidala was not in court on Friday, but another Weinstein attorney, John …

Harvey Weinstein retrial in NYC tentatively set for November
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein retrial in NYC tentatively set for November

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A judge on Friday tentatively scheduled Harvey Weinstein’s planned retrial on rape and sexual assault charges to begin on Nov. 12. Aidala was not in court on Friday, but another Weinstein attorney, John Esposito, told reporters that during a sidebar conversation with the judge, the defense again brought up Weinstein’s medical issues. Esposito said the preference would …

Harvey Weinstein to appear in court for retrial of sexual assault charges
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein to appear in court for retrial of sexual assault charges

India TV News  

Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein's trials are never-ending. He is scheduled to appear in a New York court Friday ahead of a planned retrial on rape and sexual assault charges. They told Judge Curtis Farber they are still actively pursuing new claims against Weinstein, though the prosecutors conceded they hadn't yet brought any findings to a grand jury. New York's …

Harvey Weinstein retrial on New York rape charges set for November
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein retrial on New York rape charges set for November

Al Jazeera  

Prosecutors say they are still seeking new claims against the Hollywood film producer. A New York City judge has tentatively scheduled the start of former Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein’s retrial on rape and sexual assault charges for November 12. Last week, prosecutors said they anticipated a November retrial and told Farber that they were still actively pursuing new claims …

Manhattan court hearing slated ahead of Harvey Weinstein’s retrial in New York
6 months ago

Manhattan court hearing slated ahead of Harvey Weinstein’s retrial in New York

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Harvey Weinstein is set to …

NYC prosecutors intend to bring new sexual assault charges against Harvey Weinstein ahead of retrial
6 months ago

NYC prosecutors intend to bring new sexual assault charges against Harvey Weinstein ahead of retrial

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Manhattan prosecutors said Tuesday that they intend to bring new sexual assault charges against Harvey Weinstein as they anticipate a November retrial for the disgraced media mogul. “That is an ongoing process.” Weinstein’s lawyer Arthur Aidala, with his client sitting next to him in a wheelchair, suggested the investigation was simply a delay tactic from prosecutors, saying …

Harvey Weinstein faces more sexual assault investigations: US prosecutors
6 months ago

Harvey Weinstein faces more sexual assault investigations: US prosecutors

Al Jazeera  

Prosecutors say they are seeking a new indictment against disgraced Hollywood movie producer over sexual assault claims. Prosecutors in the United States have said they anticipate a November retrial for Harvey Weinstein as they investigate “additional violent sexual assaults” they say were committed by the disgraced Hollywood movie producer. Prosecutor Nicole Blumberg said in a hearing in New York state …

Harvey Weinstein appeals LA rape conviction weeks after New York conviction was overturned
7 months ago

Harvey Weinstein appeals LA rape conviction weeks after New York conviction was overturned

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Disgraced film mogul Harvey …

Harvey Weinstein lawyers argue he was denied fair trial in appeal of LA rape conviction
7 months ago

Harvey Weinstein lawyers argue he was denied fair trial in appeal of LA rape conviction

Associated Press  

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers argue in an appeal that he did not get a fair trial when he was convicted of rape and sexual assault in Los Angeles in 2022 and sentenced to 16 years in prison. Weinstein’s lawyers argued that the judge deprived him of “his constitutional rights to present a defense and led to a miscarriage of justice.” The …

Harvey Weinstein may face new charges as more accusers come forward, New York prosecutors say
7 months, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein may face new charges as more accusers come forward, New York prosecutors say

Hindustan Times  

NEW YORK — Manhattan prosecutors told a judge Wednesday they are evaluating more claims of sexual misconduct made against Harvey Weinstein and could potentially seek a new indictment against him before his scheduled retrial on rape and sexual assault charges. Harvey Weinstein may face new charges as more accusers come forward, New York prosecutors say Assistant District Attorney Nicole Blumberg …

Harvey Weinstein may face new charges as more accusers come forward, New York prosecutors say
7 months, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein may face new charges as more accusers come forward, New York prosecutors say

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Manhattan prosecutors told a judge Wednesday they are evaluating more claims of sexual misconduct made against Harvey Weinstein and could potentially seek a new indictment against him before his scheduled retrial on rape and sexual assault charges. She said some potential survivors that were not ready to step forward during Weinstein’s first New York trial may now …

Prosecutors in Harvey Weinstein’s New York case cry foul over defense lawyer’s comments
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Prosecutors in Harvey Weinstein’s New York case cry foul over defense lawyer’s comments

Associated Press  

Prosecutors in New York have accused Harvey Weinstein’s lead defense lawyer of making public statements intended to intimidate a potential witness ahead of the fallen movie mogul’s retrial and asked a judge to take action. The Manhattan district attorney’s office sent a letter to the trial judge Thursday criticizing comments made by lawyer Arthur Aidala outside of court on May …

New York Senate passes bill to tighten legal standard Harvey Weinstein used to toss rape conviction
7 months, 2 weeks ago

New York Senate passes bill to tighten legal standard Harvey Weinstein used to toss rape conviction

Hindustan Times  

ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York state Senate on Wednesday passed a bill to explicitly allow evidence of prior sexual offenses in sex crimes cases, a move to change the legal standard Harvey Weinstein used to overturn his rape conviction. New York Senate passes bill to tighten legal standard Harvey Weinstein used to toss rape conviction The Senate approved the …

Harvey Weinstein won’t be sent back to California while he awaits New York rape retrial
8 months ago

Harvey Weinstein won’t be sent back to California while he awaits New York rape retrial

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Harvey Weinstein will remain locked up in New York as a court works out whether he should stay in a city jail while awaiting retrial or be sent to California to serve his prison sentence for rape there. Watters scheduled Weinstein’s next appearance on the extradition question for Aug. 7 — just weeks before New York prosecutors …

Prosecutors seek September retrial for Harvey Weinstein after rape conviction was tossed
8 months, 1 week ago

Prosecutors seek September retrial for Harvey Weinstein after rape conviction was tossed

The Hindu  

Prosecutors asked for a September retrial for Harvey Weinstein during a hearing Wednesday in Manhattan, the disgraced movie mogul’s first court appearance since his 2020 rape conviction was overturned by an appeals court last week. As sharp as he ever was.” Aidala said his client wants to prove his innocence: “It’s a new trial, it’s a new day and his …

Harvey Weinstein will be retried in New York after rape conviction overturned
8 months, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein will be retried in New York after rape conviction overturned

Hindustan Times  

By Brendan Pierson and Jack Queen Harvey Weinstein will be retried in New York after rape conviction overturned May 1 - Harvey Weinstein will be retried in New York, the Manhattan District Attorney's Office said on Wednesday, a week after the state's highest court threw out his 2020 rape conviction. Last week, the New York Court of Appeals found that …

Prosecutors seek retrial for Harvey Weinstein after rape conviction was tossed
8 months, 1 week ago

Prosecutors seek retrial for Harvey Weinstein after rape conviction was tossed

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Prosecutors asked for a September retrial for Harvey Weinstein during a hearing Wednesday in Manhattan, the disgraced movie mogul’s first court appearance since his 2020 rape conviction was overturned by an appeals court last week. AP AUDIO: Prosecutors seek September retrial for Harvey Weinstein after rape conviction was tossed AP correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on movie mogul …

Prosecutors seek September retrial for Harvey Weinstein after N.Y. rape conviction was tossed
8 months, 1 week ago

Prosecutors seek September retrial for Harvey Weinstein after N.Y. rape conviction was tossed

LA Times  

Harvey Weinstein appears in New York criminal court for a preliminary hearing on Wednesday. Prosecutors asked for a September retrial for Harvey Weinstein during a hearing at a Manhattan courthouse Wednesday, the disgraced movie mogul’s first appearance since his 2020 rape conviction was overturned by an appeals court last week. Weinstein’s defense lawyer, Arthur Aidala, said his client was attending …

Manhattan prosecutors announce retrial for film producer Harvey Weinstein
8 months, 1 week ago

Manhattan prosecutors announce retrial for film producer Harvey Weinstein

Al Jazeera  

The announcement follows a decision last week to toss Weinstein’s New York conviction on charges of rape and sexual assault. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has revealed plans to retry United States film producer Harvey Weinstein on charges related to sexual assault, less than a week after a New York court overturned his conviction for rape. In 2020, Weinstein was …

Opinion: Reversal in Harvey Weinstein case isn’t the demise of sex crimes prosecution
8 months, 1 week ago

Opinion: Reversal in Harvey Weinstein case isn’t the demise of sex crimes prosecution

CNN  

Editor’s note: Deborah Tuerkheimer is a professor of law at Northwestern University’s Pritzker School of Law and the author of “Credible: Why We Doubt Accusers and Protect Abusers.” The views expressed in this commentary are her own. CNN — When a Manhattan jury found movie mogul Harvey Weinstein guilty of sex crimes in 2020, the verdict seemed to herald a …

Harvey Weinstein's New York trial, round two, is likely to move forward in the fall
8 months, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein's New York trial, round two, is likely to move forward in the fall

NPR  

Harvey Weinstein's New York trial, round two, is likely to move forward in the fall Enlarge this image toggle caption Steven Hirsch/AFP via Getty Images Steven Hirsch/AFP via Getty Images Editor's note: This report includes descriptions of sexual assault. In a New York criminal courtroom Wednesday afternoon, the Manhattan district attorney's office told Judge Curtis Farber that they intend to …

Harvey Weinstein will be retried for overturned rape conviction
8 months, 1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein will be retried for overturned rape conviction

Salon  

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office will put Harvey Weinstein on trial again for rape allegations, after the highest court in New York overturned his conviction last week. Weinstein was one of the earliest figures found guilty for serial sexual abuse in the #MeToo movement, originally sentenced to 23 years in prison in New York. The New York Court of Appeals …

Discover Related