Benjamin Brafman, Weinstein’s lawyer said: “We are going to file a series of legal motions that will get us more information and may impact the process, and if we are successful there may not be a trial - and if there is a trial we will proceed expeditiously and vigorously to try and clear Mr Weinstein’s name.”

The former film producer has been accused of sexual misconduct by more than 70 women – including several high-profile actresses such as Rose McGowan, Ashley Judd and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Weinstein has denied all allegations of non-consensual sex and is due back in court on 20 September.

Weinstein is currently free on $1million (£751,000) bail. He has agreed to wear a GPS tracker and to surrender his passport.

You can read more on the allegations made against Harvey Weinstein here.

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Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to rape in court