Alec Baldwin's Involuntary Manslaughter Trial Resumes, Actor Grilled

Bobby Feil Jr.

2024-07-08 18:07

Alec Baldwin is set to face questions about his involvement in the fatal "Rust" shooting during his involuntary manslaughter trial. Baldwin's legal team has attempted to dismiss the charge, but the judge has denied their motions. If convicted, Baldwin faces up to 18 months in prison.

Alec Baldwin appeared in court on Tuesday for the first day of his involuntary manslaughter trial related to the fatal shooting on the set of the film "Rust." The actor faces two counts of involuntary manslaughter for the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

Baldwin's trial is expected to last until July 19, and the actor is facing a jury of his peers in a Santa Fe courthouse. The trial comes more than two years after the fatal shooting, which occurred in October 2021.

Alec Baldwin's Involuntary Manslaughter Trial Resumes, Actor Grilled

During the first day of the trial, Baldwin was grilled by prosecutors about his actions on the set of "Rust." Baldwin was questioned about his handling of the gun that killed Hutchins and whether he knew the gun was loaded.

Baldwin's defense team has argued that the actor did not know the gun was loaded and that he was not responsible for the shooting. However, prosecutors have presented evidence that Baldwin was negligent in his handling of the gun.

Alec Baldwin's Involuntary Manslaughter Trial Resumes, Actor Grilled

The trial is expected to focus on Baldwin's actions on the set of "Rust" and whether he was responsible for the death of Hutchins. The jury will have to decide whether Baldwin is guilty of involuntary manslaughter, which is defined as the unintentional killing of another person due to recklessness or negligence.

If convicted, Baldwin could face up to 18 months in prison. The trial is expected to be closely watched by the entertainment industry and by legal experts.