Harvey Weinstein Granted his Appeal on Rape Conviction After Lawyers Say his Trial was not Fair

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein is going to get another shot in court.

“I am so grateful to my attorneys for working hard and smart on this,” said a Weinstein spokesman on his behalf. “Their hard work will help me prove my innocence in the end.”

In February of 2020, Weinstein was convicted of third degree rape and committing a criminal sexual act and was given a 23 year sentence. This is an effective life sentence given his poor health. He is still facing charges in Los Angeles county.

His appeal could lead to a higher court upholding or overturning his convictions. This would not het him off the hook in L.A.

It seems unlikely that Weinstein will see the light of day outside prison permanently, but we will monitor the situation anyway. He may get out temporarily however.

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has been granted an appeal more than two years after he was convicted of criminal sexual assault and rape in the third degree.

If his sentence is overturned, it’s possible he could be released on bail.

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Harvey Weinstein has been granted an appeal, more than two years after he was convicted of third-degree rape and other crimes. https://t.co/9I7ipTpsOM

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