Convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein has been granted an appeal of his rape and sexual assault conviction by the New York State Court of Appeals, his lawyers have confirmed.
It comes nearly two years after the former Hollywood film producer, 70, was convicted of sex crimes, including third-degree rape.
Chief Judge Janet DiFiore on Aug. 19 “granted leave to appeal” pertaining to the appeal of his 2020 sex crimes conviction in Manhattan, a copy of which was obtained by the Mail Online.
Weinstein’s attorney confirmed the news in a statement to CBS News.
“We are grateful that Chief Judge DiFiore acknowledged the unique legal issues in this case and we are hopeful the entire court will find that Mr. Weinstein did not receive a fair trial and reverse his conviction,” attorney Arthur Aidala said….