Halderman is accused of threatening to go public with details about David Letterman's sexual relationships with "Late Show" staffers if Letterman didn't pay him $2 million.
Letterman instead turned Halderman into the authorities and Halderman was charged with attempted first-degree grand larceny.
The talk show host described the incident, then apologized for his inapporiate dalliances on the air.
The New York Daily News said Halderman's lawyer Tuesday sought to have the case against Halderman thrown out by likening his actions to those of pro golfer Tiger Woods's alleged mistresses, some of whom reportedly were paid for their silence, but not charged with any crime. The judge hearing the case denied Halderman's lawyer's request, however.
Halderman is scheduled to next appear in court regarding the matter March 9, the Daily News said.
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