Harvey Weinstein back in New York court Tuesday as prosecutors seek new indictment

Harvey Weinstein back in New York court Tuesday as prosecutors seek new indictment

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Harvey Weinstein is set to appear in a Manhattan courtroom facing potential new charges as he awaits a retrial in New York. Despite his previous conviction being overturned, he remains incarcerated due to separate charges in Los Angeles. New complaints are being evaluated by prosecutors, and a new indictment could be filed soon. Weinstein's lawyer insists on a vigorous defense, claiming lies were told in the last trial.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the reason for Harvey Weinstein's upcoming court appearance in Manhattan?

To attend a film premiere

To receive an award

To appeal his Los Angeles conviction

To face new charges

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Why are new charges being considered against Weinstein?

Because of a new film project

Due to new complaints being evaluated

As a result of a public protest

Due to a change in the law

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What was the outcome of Weinstein's New York conviction?

It was overturned by the New York Court of Appeals

He received a reduced sentence

It was upheld by the Supreme Court

He was acquitted of all charges

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the defense's position regarding the previous trial?

They are focusing on a new strategy

They are seeking a plea deal

They accept the verdict

They claim lies were told

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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When is Weinstein's retrial expected to occur?

Sometime after Labour Day

In the spring

Next week

In December