Weinstein Lawyer Fears Producer Would Be Arrested If Released

Sentencing on New York rape, sexual assault set for March 11
Former movie mogul faces separate rape charges in California

Arthur Aidala speaks to members of the media outside NY Criminal Court on Feb. 24.Photographer: John Lamparski/Barcroft Media via Getty Images

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By Patricia Hurtado

February 27, 2020 at 12:22 AM UTC

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Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer said he may not seek bail before the former movie mogul is sentenced in New York next month for rape and sexual assault because he just might be arrested again on similar Los Angeles charges.

“This is all new uncharted territory,” defense lawyer Arthur Aidala said in an interview. “He’s got his case in L.A., and we’re trying to figure out -- if we get him out -- they could immediately move to get him in their custody once a judge here grants him bail.”