Alec Baldwin lodges complaint against New Mexico authorities, alleging wrongful prosecution in 'Rust' case

Alec Baldwin has lodged a civil rights grievance against Santa Fe authorities, alleging wrongful prosecution in the "Rust" incident, as confirmed by his representative to CNN. The legal filing targets special prosecutor Kari T. Morrissey and District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies, among others, accusing them of rights violations, malicious process abuse, and defamation.

In a twist of legal fate, July saw the dismissal of the involuntary manslaughter charge against Baldwin. The decision came after the presiding judge found prosecutors negligent in sharing evidence with the defense. Baldwin's complaint asserts that prosecutors, over nearly three years, were "blinded by their desire to convict" him, driven by misguided motives and an unyielding determination.

Morrissey acknowledged the impending civil suit from Baldwin, expressing readiness for their day in court, as stated to CNN. Carmack-Altwies was unavailable for immediate comment. The complaint alleges that Baldwin was made a "scapegoat" for others' actions, with evidence allegedly "manipulated" or "withheld" to bolster the prosecution's narrative.

Baldwin's filing underscores that while no civil verdict can erase the trauma from threats of conviction and incarceration, it aims to hold the defendants accountable for their egregious legal transgressions. His legal team, comprising Luke Nikas and Alex Spiro, insists that criminal proceedings should seek truth and justice, not personal vendettas or harassment of the innocent. They pursue this action to ensure accountability and prevent future misconduct.

Meanwhile, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the armorer responsible for firearm safety during "Rust," was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the tragic death of Halyna Hutchins last March. She received an 18-month prison sentence, and her case is presently on appeal.