Harvey Weinstein has been moved from Rikers Island to Bellevue Hospital to receive necessary medical treatment as his retrial on rape and sexual assault charges begins. His lawyers argued that incarceration at Rikers exacerbated his medical conditions. The judge's order allows Weinstein to stay at the hospital during non-court hours while a new trial is underway after the previous conviction was overturned. The move comes amid ongoing concerns regarding Weinstein's health and allegations of substandard medical treatment he received while incarcerated.
Weinstein's relocation to Bellevue Hospital will allow him to receive necessary medical treatment, addressing health issues exacerbated by conditions at Rikers Island.
After the New York Court of Appeals overturned Weinstein's conviction due to improper rulings and prejudicial testimony, a new trial is set to occur.
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