Harvey Weinstein lawyers argue his ‘fall from grace’ is sufficient punishment in request for light sentence

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Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein argued his current health issues and “fall from grace” are sufficient punishments for raping and sexually assaulting women.

After being found guilty of first-degree sexual assault and third-degree rape in February, Weinstein’s lawyers filed a letter on Tuesday ahead of the former producer’s Wednesday sentencing, arguing that he be shown mercy with a five-year sentence.

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