Alec Baldwin has officially pleaded guilty to new manslaughter charges in the death of Halina Hutchins, TMZ reported on Wednesday.
Baldwin must appear before a judge in New Mexico on February 1 and make an argument via phone or video conference. TMZ report. Baldwin's position is reflected in recent legal action. document Obtained by Fox News.
“Mr. Baldwin is entitled to a fair and prompt disposition of charges in order to minimize public smear and suspicion and to avoid the risk of proving his innocence that often follows long delays in prosecution.” The document states, Fox News reports. (Related: Alec Baldwin calls for gun control in Instagram post)
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These latest developments stem from an incident on the set of “The Last” in which Baldwin accidentally fired live ammunition while using a prop gun, fatally wounding cinematographer Hutchins, TMZ said. Ta. Baldwin has consistently described the incident as a horrific accident, but New Mexico prosecutors have suggested criminal negligence may have been involved.
“The results or reports of any scientific tests or experiments, including physical or mental examinations, and all polygraph examinations of witnesses, conducted in connection with this particular case, or copies thereof, shall not be in the possession, custody, or possession of the State. or within their control, Baldwin's lawyers further added, according to FOX News.
Baldwin was previously charged with similar charges, but they were later dropped. Throughout the legal process, he has denied any wrongdoing. The actor was indicted by a grand jury on new charges of involuntary manslaughter by negligent use of a firearm, or involuntary manslaughter without due care or prudence.
