Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein was found guilty of one count of criminal sexual act in his New York retrial, while the jury acquitted him of two other charges and was unable to reach a verdict on a fourth.
The verdict came after more than a week of deliberations, following testimony from several women who accused Weinstein of sexual misconduct. This retrial centered on allegations from 2004 and 2013, with a key focus on the testimony of actor Natasha Henstridge and other women.
Weinstein, 72, already serving a 23-year sentence from his 2020 conviction in New York and an additional 16-year sentence in California, now faces additional legal consequences. The count he was convicted of—a first-degree criminal sexual act involving a woman in 2005—could carry another lengthy prison term.
The courtroom was tense as the split verdict was read. Assistant District Attorney Nicole Blumberg addressed the jury afterward, saying:
“We thank you for your service and for taking the time to deliberate on the evidence.”
Defense attorney Arthur Aidala told reporters that Weinstein remains committed to fighting the allegations, saying:
“This case was always a reach. Harvey maintains his innocence and will continue to appeal.”
Henstridge, who testified during the retrial, was among those whose accusations were central to the prosecution’s case. Though Weinstein was not convicted on her specific allegations, she said outside the courtroom:
“This was never just about me. This was about giving survivors a voice.”
Weinstein is expected to be sentenced for the new conviction at a later date, although the outcome may be symbolic, given his existing prison terms. Still, the partial conviction reinforces the ongoing legal fallout from the #MeToo movement.