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Kanye West Seeks New Trial Over Leaked Music Influencing Jury

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  Published in House and Home on Sunday, March 22nd 2026 at 18:53 GMT by People
      Locale: UNITED STATES

Malibu, CA - March 22, 2026 - Kanye West is mounting a legal challenge to the recent jury verdict in the dispute over his Malibu mansion, filing a motion to overturn the decision based on claims that unauthorized leaks of his unreleased music during jury deliberations significantly influenced the outcome. The motion, filed Tuesday, alleges a breach of the integrity of the trial, suggesting jurors may have been prejudiced by the content of the leaked tracks.

This development escalates a legal battle that began over a $3.2 million debt West allegedly owes to interior designer Alexandra Amaducci, stemming from the construction and finishing of his sprawling Malibu estate. Amaducci claims West failed to fully compensate her for her work on the property, leading to the initial trial. The jury initially sided with Amaducci, a decision West now seeks to have reversed.

According to the court filing, the leaks occurred between March 14th and March 18th - the precise period when the jury was sequestered for deliberation. The leaked material reportedly came from West's highly anticipated (and repeatedly delayed) album, Vultures. West's legal team argues that the explicit lyrics and controversial themes within the leaked tracks had the potential to unfairly shape the jury's perception of West, ultimately impacting their judgment in the financial dispute.

"We believe the timing of these leaks was no accident," stated a source close to West's legal team, speaking on condition of anonymity. "The content of Vultures is intentionally provocative, and to have jurors exposed to that material while they were actively deciding a case involving Mr. West is deeply concerning. It created an unavoidable bias."

The motion specifically requests a new trial, arguing that the leaked music constitutes "extrinsic evidence" that was not presented during the trial and therefore unfairly influenced the jury. Legal experts suggest that successfully arguing this point hinges on demonstrating a clear link between the leaked content and the jury's verdict.

"The standard for overturning a jury verdict based on extrinsic evidence is high," explains legal analyst Sarah Chen. "The defense needs to prove not only that the jurors were exposed to the unauthorized material, but that it demonstrably altered their decision-making process. It's not enough to simply show exposure; they must establish prejudice."

The leaks themselves have sparked an internal investigation, with both West's camp and record label attempting to identify the source. Theories range from disgruntled former employees to malicious actors deliberately attempting to sabotage West's legal defense. The investigation is reportedly focusing on security protocols surrounding the album's production and distribution.

The controversy surrounding Vultures has been ongoing for years. Originally slated for release in late 2023, the album has faced numerous delays, fueled by creative differences, sample clearance issues, and West's own public controversies. Leaked snippets of the album have circulated online for months, contributing to a growing anticipation - and frustration - among fans.

This latest legal maneuver comes amidst a period of intense public scrutiny for West. His career has been marked by both artistic success and increasingly erratic behavior, including antisemitic remarks and public outbursts. While these issues didn't feature directly in the Malibu mansion trial, they have undoubtedly shaped public perception of the artist.

Alexandra Amaducci's legal team has yet to issue a formal response to West's motion, but sources indicate they are prepared to vigorously defend the jury's verdict. They are expected to argue that the leaked music, even if heard by jurors, was irrelevant to the financial dispute and did not prejudice the outcome.

The judge presiding over the case has scheduled a hearing on West's motion for next week. The outcome of this hearing will determine whether West will be forced to pay the $3.2 million debt or whether he will be granted a new trial, potentially prolonging this contentious legal battle.