Why did Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction get overturned?

Weinstein's 2020 conviction was overturned by New York's highest court because the trial judge allowed testimony from women whose allegations were not part of the formal charges, which was ruled as prejudicing the jury under New York State law.

What health issues is Harvey Weinstein experiencing that his lawyers cite for the hospital stay request?

Weinstein's lawyers cite numerous health issues including chronic myeloid leukemia, heart problems, diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, sciatica, severe limitations on walking, and a recent tongue infection that was misdiagnosed in jail.

What is the current status of the judge's decision on Weinstein's request for hospital transfer?

As of now, the judge has not made a decision on Weinstein's request to be transferred from Rikers Island to a New York City hospital during his retrial.

What charges is Harvey Weinstein facing in the new retrial?

Weinstein is being retried on charges including third-degree rape, forcible oral sex from an allegation added in 2024, and other serious sexual assault charges from incidents in 2006 and 2013.

How has Rikers Island been criticized in relation to Weinstein's health?

Rikers Island has been criticized for harsh jail conditions including mistreatment, freezing temperatures, unhygienic conditions, and substandard medical care that have worsened Weinstein's health.

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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.

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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 2020 conviction was overturned by New York's highest court because the trial judge allowed testimony from women whose allegations were not part of the formal charges, which was ruled as prejudicing the jury under New York State law.
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: Weinstein's lawyers cite numerous health issues including chronic myeloid leukemia, heart problems, diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, sciatica, severe limitations on walking, and a recent tongue infection that was misdiagnosed in jail.
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: As of now, the judge has not made a decision on Weinstein's request to be transferred from Rikers Island to a New York City hospital during his retrial.
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: Weinstein is being retried on charges including third-degree rape, forcible oral sex from an allegation added in 2024, and other serious sexual assault charges from incidents in 2006 and 2013.
Equality Now
: Rikers Island has been criticized for harsh jail conditions including mistreatment, freezing temperatures, unhygienic conditions, and substandard medical care that have worsened Weinstein's health.
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