Weinstein case judge declares mistrial on remaining rape charge as jury foreperson won't deliberate

"The decision to declare a mistrial on the remaining charge came after the jury foreperson expressed feeling bullied by another juror, impacting deliberations significantly."

"Under New York law, the third-degree rape charge carries a lesser penalty than the convictions already reached by the jury, illustrating the complexities of the case."

The judge in Harvey Weinstein's case declared a mistrial on the remaining rape charge after the jury foreperson cited bullying by another juror, leading to their refusal to continue deliberations. This follows a partial verdict where Weinstein was convicted on one charge related to 2006 incidents and acquitted on another. The jury unanimously reached those decisions, but struggles persisted on a 2013 charge that faced significant debate among jurors. Weinstein maintains his innocence across all charges, emphasizing concerns about unfair trial conditions.

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