Harvey Weinstein is set to appear Thursday in a Manhattan courtroom for a hearing that could determine whether he is granted a new trial. The proceeding centers on claims of juror misconduct raised by the defense.
Juror Pressure Allegations
Defense attorneys say two jurors later reported they were pressured to convict Weinstein. Judge Curtis Farber will decide whether to hear testimony from those jurors before ruling on the motion for a new trial.
Conviction and Possible Appeal
Weinstein was convicted in connection with the 2006 sexual assault of Mimi Haley, a former production assistant on Project Runway. He has not yet been sentenced on that count. If the judge denies the motion, defense lawyers say they plan to appeal.
Custody and Retrial Plans
The 73-year-old remains in custody at Rikers Island, where he has been held for nearly six years. His representatives describe him as medically fragile. A mistrial was declared on a separate rape charge involving actress Jessica Mann, and prosecutors have said they intend to retry that case, with Judge Farber expected to address next steps during the hearing.
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