They want the appeals court to overturn his conviction and 23-year prison sentence, dismiss the rape charge because it was brought too late and order a new trial on a count of criminal sex acts Was.
Weinstein’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said in a statement: “The defendant cannot be prosecuted on the basis of his character – but must be prosecuted on the basis of the conduct of which he is alleged.”
The office of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, whose predecessor Cyrus Vance brought the Manhattan case, is expected to respond to Weinstein’s brief.
Weinstein has denied having sex with anyone without consent.
He also awaits sentencing, including a possible 18 years in prison, in Los Angeles, where a jury convicted him last month of raping and sexually assaulting a former model and actress at a hotel.
