US EditionJudge dismisses lawsuit filed by Alec Baldwin for malicious prosecution in fatal ‘Rust’ set shooting
SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO, JUL 30 – Alec Baldwin's lawsuit accusing New Mexico prosecutors of malicious prosecution and defamation was dismissed after six months of no court activity, with a 30-day window to seek reinstatement.
- A New Mexico judge dismissed Alec Baldwin's lawsuit against local prosecutors for malicious prosecution related to the shooting that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
- The judge, Casey Fitch, ruled there was a lack of 'significant action' in the case over the past 180 days.
- Baldwin's complaint accused prosecutor Kari Morrissey and others of conspiracy and defamation for politically motivated charges against him.
- Baldwin's attorney stated they might refile the suit if ongoing settlement discussions are not resolved favorably.
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Judge dismisses 'Rust' lawsuit filed by Alec Baldwin
Judge dismisses ‘Rust’ lawsuit filed by Alec BaldwinThe latest lawsuit tied to the deadly "Rust" movie shooting has been dismissed after a judge said nothing has been done with it. SANTA FE, N.M. — A judge dismissed the latest lawsuit tied to the deadly “Rust” movie shooting in New Mexico, filed by actor and producer Alec Baldwin. Baldwin filed the lawsuit in January, months after a judge threw out the manslaughter case against him. While rehear…
Judge dismisses Alec Baldwin's lawsuit for malicious prosecution
SANTA FE, N.M. — A New Mexico judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by actor Alec Baldwin for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations in the 2021 fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie “Rust.” The judge in a ruling made public Wednesday dismissed the case without prejudice for lack of any significant action with the claim, which was filed in state district court earlier this year. Baldwin’s attorneys will hav…
Judge Dismisses Alec Baldwin’s Misconduct Lawsuit Against Prosecutors in ‘Rust’ Trial
A New Mexico judge on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit filed by actor Alec Baldwin against prosecutors and law enforcement involved in his prosecution over the 2021 fatal shooting on the set of his film “Rust.” The lawsuit stemmed from the shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was fatally wounded after a gun that Baldwin was handling discharged on set. Baldwin was charged with involuntary manslaughter, but the charge was later dismissed …
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