The Daily Harvey Weinstein Conviction Thrown Out
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Apr 26, 2024 Jodi Kantor, an investigative reporter for The New York Times and a key figure in breaking the Harvey Weinstein story, discusses the recent overturning of Weinstein's sex crimes conviction. She delves into the complexities surrounding high-profile sexual assault trials and the challenges faced by prosecutors. The conversation reveals divided opinions on the ruling’s implications for justice and the #MeToo movement, as well as the evolving landscape of legal protections for survivors and ongoing workplace culture issues.
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Conviction Overturned
- Harvey Weinstein's 2020 sex crimes conviction was overturned.
- The initial landmark ruling, sentencing Weinstein to 23 years, is now void.
Fragile Case
- The prosecution's case was deemed fragile due to the complexities surrounding admissible witnesses.
- While numerous women accused Weinstein, few met the criteria for a New York criminal trial.
Pattern of Behavior
- Prosecutors used "prior bad acts" witnesses, whose allegations weren't on trial, to establish a pattern of behavior.
- This strategy, though effective in securing initial convictions, ultimately led to the overturning of the New York conviction.