New York Prosecutors in Harvey Weinstein Retrial Investigating Further Allegations of Sexual Assault

Entertainment | July 10, 2024, 5:33 a.m.

New York prosecutors are planning to retry Harvey Weinstein after his 2020 rape conviction was overturned. They are investigating new allegations of sexual assault and may present additional charges to a grand jury by the fall. Weinstein's defense argues for an expedited trial due to his fragile health, while prosecutors aim for a November retrial. Despite Weinstein claiming any encounters were consensual, multiple women are now willing to testify against him. The court overturned his previous conviction due to improper witness testimonies. Weinstein remains in jail for a separate case in Los Angeles and faces new charges within the state's extended statute of limitations. With his health deteriorating, his legal team is eager to move forward, confident there is no substantial evidence against him. The judge scheduled another hearing to address evidence sharing, indicating a prolonged legal battle ahead.