Harvey Weinstein Requests Hospital Stay During Rape Retrial Amid Health Concerns
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers seek hospital transfer, citing declining health and harsh jail conditions during his rape retrial in New York.
Summary
As Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial resumes, his lawyers request that he be allowed to stay in a New York City hospital due to declining health. Citing numerous health issues, including chronic leukemia and acute diabetes, they argue that conditions at Rikers Island exacerbate his medical difficulties. The request comes as jury selection continues after his previous conviction was overturned. Weinstein faces serious charges including rape and sexual assault, which he pleads not guilty to. The judge has yet to decide on the transfer request amid ongoing scrutiny of Rikers Island's treatment of inmates.
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- Weinstein's lawyers argue that his stay at Rikers is worsening his health issues, justifying a request to spend nights at a hospital instead.
- They claim conditions at Rikers are substandard, leading to significant health complications during his ongoing sexual assault retrial.
- Health conditions exacerbated by his incarceration include chronic illnesses that could lead to serious complications or death.
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