Harvey Weinstein has pleaded not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges.
Source: Twitter/@CNNThe disgraced producer was indicted last week by a grand jury and appeared at New York Supreme Court today.
At the NY Supreme Court this morning, awaiting Harvey Weinstein's arraignment pic.twitter.com/MgHBXPeerb
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According to the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, the charges stem from allegations from two women.
A flood of accusations against Weinstein emboldened women worldwide to speak out as part of the #MeToo movement.
According to BBC News, Weinstein has been accused of sexual misconduct by more than 70 women.
Harvey Weinstein pleaded not guilty to rape and criminal sex act charges during a brief proceeding in NY State Supreme Court just moments ago. defense attorney Ben Brafman says, “He intends to vigorously defend this case.”
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The 66 year old could face up to 25 years in prison if he's convicted of either offence that relate to the two women.
