Alec Baldwin Rust

In a significant ruling, Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer criticized New Mexico prosecutors for 'willful and deliberate misconduct' in the Alec Baldwin 'Rust' shooting case, leading to the dismissal of all charges against him. The judge found that evidence crucial to Baldwin's defense, including live ammunition tied to the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, was intentionally withheld from his legal team. This misconduct included the manipulation of evidence documentation by law enforcement, which prevented Baldwin from adequately preparing his defense. Sommer highlighted the prosecution's 'egregious discovery violations' and concluded that the fairness of the trial was irreparably compromised. As a result, she dismissed the case with prejudice, marking the end of a three-year legal battle following the tragic incident on set. Baldwin, now free from charges, is reportedly considering legal action against the involved prosecutors and law enforcement officials.