Alec Baldwin’s “Rust” shooting trial: What to know about the charges, his possible conviction, and more

• Alec Baldwin is an actor best known for his roles in It’s complicated, those who left, and more.
• On October 21, 2021, Alec was working on the set of the film, Oxidewhen the film’s cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, was fatally shot.
• More than a year after the incident, Alec was charged with manslaughter, to which he pleaded not guilty on February 23, 2023.
• On February 27, 2023, three Oxide the crew has filed a lawsuit against Alec, as reported by tmz extension.

UPDATE 2/28/23 12:01 PM EST: Four days after pleading not guilty to manslaughter charges, it was revealed that Alec Baldwin was being sued for three Oxide Group Members (ross diego, Dora Curtin, AND lowered price), Of tmz extension. Court documents obtained by the outlet revealed that they are pursuing legal action against the film’s producer for being “3 of 7 people on the church set the day filming took place.” Furthermore, the three members of the film crew said that the film’s gunsmith, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, “lacked essential experience”. Ultimately, the three sued for “negligence and willful infliction of emotional distress” as they also claimed they were asked to “help” after Halyna Hutchins and Joel Souza were injured. The outlet concluded that they are asking for “unspecified damages”.

ORIGINAL STORY: 30 rock alum Alec Baldwin64, is a successful actor and producer known for starring in many hit movies and TV shows including It’s complicated, those who left, and more. Despite his success, his life took a turn when the cinematographer, halyna hutchinsworking on your film Oxidehe was shot and killed on Oct. 21, 2021. Among the 64-year-old’s latest not guilty plea to manslaughter charges, here’s everything you need to know about what happened to Halyna, Alec’s allegations, the process and more.

What happened on the set of ‘Rust’?

Alec’s most recent project is the film, Oxide, in which he not only stars, but is also credited as one of the producers. Some of the actors who play in the film of him alongside him include of the supernatural Jensen Ackles, vikings‘ Travis FimmelAND Titanic Actress Francis Pescatore. While filming in New Mexico in October 2021, Alec infamously fired a slug gun containing live ammunition which in turn resulted in Halyna’s death. The gunsmith from the movie, Hannah Gutiérrez-Reedis also being investigated in connection with the tragic death of the cinematographer.

“Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Deputies have been dispatched to the Wild West film set Bonanza Creek Ranch. Oxideon October 21, 2021, when a person who called 911 reported an on-set shooting,” police said at the time, according to FINAL TERM. The deceased 42-year-old woman was airlifted to the University of New Mexico hospital in New Mexico, where she later died. Director, Joel Sozza49, also sustained injuries, however, survived and was treated at Christus St. Louis Regional Medical Center. vincenzo.

Charges and trial of Alec Baldwin

More than a year after the tragic incident, Alec was criminally charged on January 19, 2023 for his role in the shooting. The producer was charged with two counts of manslaughter, the Santa Fe attorney’s office revealed Mary Carmack-Altwies. If the father of seven is convicted of the first charge, including a misdemeanor charge of negligent use of a firearm, he could face up to 18 months in prison and a $5,000 fine. The second charge also includes the same prison sentence and fine, however it includes a firearms upgrade, which can add another five years in prison.

While the firearm enhancement could have extended his prison term, Prosecutor Carmack-Altwies has since downgraded the charges and removed the firearm enhancement entirely on Feb. 20, 2023, according to CNBC. Jail time was also reduced from a minimum of “five years minimum” to a “maximum of 18 months”. As a result, a spokesperson for New Mexico’s first district attorney released a statement regarding the reduction of charges. “To avoid further litigation distractions from Mr. Baldwin and his attorneys, the District Attorney and Special Counsel have withdrawn the firearms increase on the manslaughter charge in the death of Halyna Hutchins on the set of ‘rust’. heather brewerRead the statement by.

The Emmy-nominated actor has not only pleaded not guilty to the manslaughter charges, but has also “opted out of his first court appearance,” as reported by ABC News on February 23, 2023. Alec and Vice Principal david salt, both were scheduled to appear in court “remotely” on Feb. 24, however, both filed waivers for their first court appearance, according to the outlet. Finally, the district judge Mary Marlow Sommer it stipulated the terms of Alec’s probation, including that he “must not possess firearms, consume no alcohol, and have no contact with potential witnesses unless related to the filming of the film.” Hannah’s hearing will continue and is scheduled for February 24th at 10:15am MST.

What did Alec say after the accident?

Shortly after the fatal crash, Alec sat down with Good morning America guest Jorge Stefanopoulos in December 2021, for an in-depth interview about the shooting. One of the main things Alec revealed is that he shouldn’t be responsible for the “live bullet” in the propelling weapon. “Someone put a live bullet in a gun, a bullet that wasn’t even supposed to be on the property,” he said at the time. “Someone is responsible for what happened, and I can’t tell who it is, but I know it’s not me.”

Alec also added that he didn’t know what happened that tragic day on set. “I don’t know what happened on that set. I don’t know how that bullet got into that gun. I don’t know,” he continued. “But I’m all in favor of doing anything that takes us to a place where it’s less likely to happen again.” The interview was in three parts, with the final interview airing on December 2, 2021.

Who else has been charged?

Alec wasn’t the only member of Oxide The film crew will also be blamed, as David and Hannah have also been charged. On Jan. 31, 2023, the film’s gunsmith was also indicted on two counts of manslaughter, according to ABC Newsand as mentioned above, his hearing is scheduled for February 24th. David has since entered a “no contest” on charges of “negligent use of a deadly weapon”, however the plea deal is still awaiting approval by the judges.

“The District Attorney and Special Counsel are fully focused on securing justice for Halyna Hutchins,” Brewer said in a statement released on Jan. 30, 2023. “The evidence and the facts speak for themselves.” On January 19, 2023, Alec Luke Nicas Emanuel de Quinn said Alec would fight the charges against him. “This decision misrepresents the tragic death of Halyna Hutchins and represents a terrible mistrial. The Sir. Baldwin had no reason to believe there was a live bullet in the gun or anywhere on the set. He had the professionals he worked with who assured him that the gun had no live ammunition. We will fight these charges and we will win,” he said in a statement obtained by hollywood life.

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Halina’s husband Matthew Hutchinsreleased a statement regarding his wrongful death lawsuit against Alec and the film’s production company in October 2022, via ABC News. “We have reached a settlement, subject to court approval, in our wrongful death case against Rust producers, including Alec Baldwin and Rust Movie Productions, LLC. As part of that settlement, our case will be closed,” Matthew said at the time. “I have no interest in participating in recriminations or blaming (the producers or Mr. Baldwin),” he added. “We all believe that death of Halyna was a terrible accident. I am grateful that the producers and the entertainment community have come together to honor Halyna’s final work.”

Oxide is scheduled to resume production and will begin filming in spring 2023, according to ABC News. The producers revealed in early February 2023 that the film will now shoot at the Yellowstone Film Ranch in Montana and that Joel will return to direct the project. Matthew will also join the team as executive producer and cinematographer on the film. Bianca Cline. Alec, David and Hannah were not named among those who returned Oxide.

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