Alec Baldwin filed a civil lawsuit against special prosecutor Kari Morrissey, Santa Fe District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies, and Santa Fe County Sheriff’s investigators for malicious prosecution, civil rights violations, and defamation stemming from the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of “Rust.” The suit alleges intentional mishandling of evidence and scapegoating Baldwin to deflect blame from others. Following the dismissal of involuntary manslaughter charges against Baldwin, this action seeks to hold defendants accountable for their actions and prevent similar abuses of power. Baldwin claims the defendants pursued personal or political gain rather than justice, violating his rights.
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The recent decision by a judge to decline reconsideration of criminal charges against Alec Baldwin in the tragic ‘Rust’ shooting incident has left me with a torrent of emotions and thoughts. This case has, from the beginning, been riddled with complexity and significant errors on the part of the prosecution. It strikes me as indicative of a system veering dangerously into the territory of the sensationalized, rather than focusing on the essence of justice.
What has been most astonishing throughout this ordeal is how the investigators and prosecutors appear to have mismanaged the process at nearly every turn. The revelation that crucial evidence was withheld speaks to a profound irresponsibility that undermines the very foundations of a just legal system.… Continue reading
The case against Alec Baldwin being dismissed due to withheld evidence is a stunning turn of events that highlights the incompetence of the prosecutors who brought the charges in the first place. The fact that key evidence was not turned over to the defense is not just a minor oversight but a serious breach of legal ethics. The judge’s scathing remarks and the prosecutor being called to the stand during the trial further underscore how badly this case was mishandled.
It is clear that there was a personal vendetta against Alec Baldwin on the part of the prosecutor, given the derogatory remarks made towards him.… Continue reading
Grand jury indicts Alec Baldwin in fatal shooting of cinematographer on movie set in New Mexico. These headlines have been dominating news outlets for quite some time now, and as someone who follows the entertainment industry closely, I can’t help but be deeply affected by the tragic event that took place on that movie set. The loss of life and the subsequent legal proceedings have ignited important discussions about accountability, responsibility, and safety in the film industry.
One of the most striking aspects of the case is the focus on whether the hammer was pulled or the trigger was pulled, rather than addressing the fundamental question of how live ammunition ended up in a prop gun.… Continue reading
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