Archive · 18 Nov 2025
Danny Masterson Seeks New Trial, Alleges Lawyer Errors and Judicial Bias
Danny Masterson, known for 'That ’70s Show', wants a new trial.
He says his lawyer didn't do a good job in his rape case, and the judge was unfair.
He was found guilty and sent to prison for a long time.
Now, he's asking for a new trial.
Danny Masterson files petition to overturn 2023 rape convictions
Claims lawyer Philip Cohen failed to present critical evidence and witnesses
Alleges judicial bias against the Church of Scientology
Sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for rapes of two women
First trial ended in mistrial, retrial resulted in convictions on two counts
- Who
- Danny Masterson
- What
- Filed a petition to overturn his rape convictions
- When
- November 18, 2025
- Where
- California’s 2nd District Court of Appeal
- Why
- Alleges lawyer errors and judicial bias
Masterson's Side
Prosecution's Side
Evidence Presentation
Masterson's Side
Masterson claims Cohen failed to present exculpatory evidence and call key witnesses
Prosecution's Side
Prosecution argues they presented a strong case
Judicial Bias
Masterson's Side
Masterson alleges Judge Olmedo was biased against the Church of Scientology
Prosecution's Side
Prosecution maintains the trial was fair and unbiased
- Crime
- Rape of two women in 2003
- Sentence
- 30 years to life in prison
- Trial Judge
- Charlaine F. Olmedo
- Prison Location
- California Men’s Colony in San Luis Obispo
- Previous Role
- 'That ’70s Show' actor