Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York sexual assault case
Also reported by Guardian World
Summary
Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 15 years in prison for sexually assaulting Miriam Haley in 2006. This is after a new jury convicted him in 2025 following an earlier conviction that was overturned by New York’s highest court.Key Facts
- Weinstein, 74, was found guilty of sexual assault against Miriam Haley in his Manhattan apartment in 2006.
- He was originally convicted in 2020 on this and another charge but the sentence was overturned in 2024.
- A new jury reconvicted Weinstein in 2025 for the assault on Haley.
- Prosecutors said Weinstein has shown no remorse and accused him of online harassment and blaming victims.
- Haley spoke about the lasting impact of the attack, including PTSD and feeling harassed during legal proceedings.
- Weinstein’s defense called the cases complex and noted he has been convicted in two cases in California as well.
- Prosecutors requested a 20-year sentence plus 5 years of supervision after release, but the judge sentenced him to 15 years.
- Haley said she felt the process was very difficult but wanted to continue seeking justice.
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