Alec Baldwin Fires Prop Gun on Set, Killing Cinematographer

[Mark Trail]

This attorney makes out an interesting case that Baldwin may have talked himself right into an involuntary manslaughter charge during his interview with the New Mexico police.

It never ceases to amaze me how many people, including smart people like Baldwin, don't understand what "anything you say can and WILL be used against you" means.

[Gray Lensman]

This attorney makes out an interesting case that Baldwin may have talked himself right into an involuntary manslaughter charge during his interview with the New Mexico police.

It never ceases to amaze me how many people, including smart people like Baldwin, don't understand what "anything you say can and WILL be used against you" means.

Ouch. I know that murder charges can't happen due to New Mexico laws, as murder requires intent in New Mexico, but manslaughter doesn't have the same hurdles.

[WebLurker]

Ouch. I know that murder charges can't happen due to New Mexico laws, as murder requires intent in New Mexico, but manslaughter doesn't have the same hurdles.

Wonder if his status as a producer will also be added (e.g. charges for being the one to actually pull the trigger and for being someone in charge who saw how irresponsible and dangerous things were and did nothing)?

[Kirby101]

Haven't we already dispelled this notion that him being a Producer meant he was in charge of production?

[Gray Lensman]

Haven't we already dispelled this notion that him being a Producer meant he was in charge of production?

I think it might increase his vulnerability for financial liability, because even if he has the title in name only, there have been enough people IN THIS THREAD questioning whether or not it means something more that I am sure a jury could easily have the same thoughts.

[Kirby101]

I think it might increase his vulnerability for financial liability, because even if he has the title in name only, there have been enough people IN THIS THREAD questioning whether or not it means something more that I am sure a jury could easily have the same thoughts.

True, but a civil case is far different than a criminal case.

[Scott Taylor]

Settlement reached in the case:

https://deadline.com/2022/10/alec-ba...nt-1235135693/

“We have reached a settlement, subject to court approval, for our wrongful death case against the producers of Rust, including Alec Baldwin and Rust Movie Productions, LLC. As part of that settlement, our case will be dismissed,” Matthew Hutchins said Wednesday morning.

“The filming of Rust, which I will now executive produce, will resume with all the original principal players on board in January 2023,” Hutchins added of the most confidential agreement.

“I have no interest in engaging in recriminations or attribution of blame (to the producers or Mr. Baldwin). “All of us believe Halyna’s death was a terrible accident. I am grateful that the producers and the entertainment community have come together to pay tribute to Halyna’s final work.”

[WebLurker]

I hope that's the right outcome, all things considered.

[Mister Mets]

It's probably the best outcome at this point.

This is a completely separate question from whether anyone should be subject to criminal or civil penalties.

[SUPERECWFAN1]

Yeah it's clear Baldwin was not responsible beyond being an actor and firing what he believed was a cleared gun...then yeah. It's a pure tragedy this woman was shot and I hope gun safety becomes a push on sets now. That guns are checked 2-3 tines before use.

[Amadeus Arkham]

Alec Baldwin & ‘Rust’ Armorer To Face Criminal Charges Over 2021 Fatal Movie Shooting

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This attorney makes out an interesting case that Baldwin may have talked himself right into an involuntary manslaughter charge during his interview with the New Mexico police.

It never ceases to amaze me how many people, including smart people like Baldwin, don't understand what "anything you say can and WILL be used against you" means.

Looks like the attorney was on point here.

[JBatmanFan05]

Legally, Baldwin's conduct seems to fit the charges, and aside from that...producer Baldwin's passion project being a lower budget film where corners were cut and thus reckless gun safety was a significant risk needs to stop.

[Brian B]

This attorney makes out an interesting case that Baldwin may have talked himself right into an involuntary manslaughter charge during his interview with the New Mexico police.

It never ceases to amaze me how many people, including smart people like Baldwin, don't understand what "anything you say can and WILL be used against you" means.

Legally, Baldwin's conduct seems to fit the charges, and aside from that...producer Baldwin's passion project being a lower budget film where corners were cut and thus reckless gun safety was a significant risk needs to stop.

While Baldwin may have talked himself into the charges as some have pointed out, that’s kind of from a perspective of how to beat criminal charges, not based on whether or not that’s what really happened. From a perspective of what really happened and actual justice, I think you, JBatmanFan05, are right. Baldwin’s conduct including as producer seems to warrant this charge. Even as just a follower of the news, I’m obviously biased, but no matter how you look at the facts in this case, I don’t understand how Baldwin could be anything except guilty, as charged. His own words and deeds point to his guilt, IMO. The interview with the cops is a confession.

[Scott Taylor]

Sounds like the set was a train wreck. There were other misfires, unannounced shots that went off, toes almost shot off.