Harvey Weinstein Receives 15-Year Sentence for 2006 Sexual Assault in New York

Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years for 2006 sexual assault in New York. Legal battle spans six years with multiple trials.

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September 24, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, United States — A New York judge has handed former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein a 15-year prison sentence for sexually assaulting a production assistant in 2006. The ruling followed his conviction at a retrial last year, marking the conclusion of a prolonged legal process that began in 2020.

Weinstein, 74, was found guilty in June 2025 of committing a first-degree criminal sexual act against a woman at his Manhattan residence. This decision came after his initial 2020 conviction was overturned by New York’s highest court, which ruled the trial had been unfair. He has consistently denied any wrongdoing and maintains his innocence.

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Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg commended the survivor for her bravery during the proceedings. A statement from Weinstein’s legal team reiterated his stance of not accepting the verdict. The case has been part of a broader legal journey, including a mistrial in May 2026 and the dismissal of another charge following the accuser’s refusal to testify again. In California, he was previously convicted in 2022 of rape and sexual assault, receiving a 16-year sentence that was upheld on appeal.

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