Harvey Weinstein Mistrial Declared on Rape Charge Amid Juror Infighting

Mistrial Declared on Rape Charge

• ⚖️ The judge overseeing Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes case in Manhattan declared a mistrial on a rape charge Thursday.
• 🚫 This decision came after the jury refused to continue deliberations due to reported infighting among jurors.

Juror Conduct and Allegations

• 🗣️ Weinstein's attorney, Arthur Adala, alleged gross juror misconduct, citing evidence of intimidation that prevented a juror from returning to the deliberation room.
• 💬 In contrast, Juror Number 12 stated that the jury was respectful and that it was a great experience.

Mixed Verdict on Other Charges

• ⚡ On Wednesday, the jury delivered a mixed verdict on the other two counts.
• ✅ Weinstein was convicted on a felony sex abuse charge related to an alleged assault in 2006.
• ❌ He was acquitted of charges concerning an alleged assault in 2002.

Weinstein's Defense and Future

• 🚫 The 73-year-old Weinstein pleaded not guilty and denied all allegations of assault or non-consensual sex.
• 📜 He plans to appeal his conviction, which carries a maximum prison term of 25 years.

Prosecution's Reaction

• 🎉 The guilty verdict on the sex abuse charge was seen as a victory for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
• 💬 Bragg stated that the jury reached a conclusion on one of the most serious crimes, which for his office, represents justice.

Next Steps

• 🗓️ The judge announced that the unresolved rape charge will proceed to trial again, with a hearing set for July 2nd.