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legalcriminal-justice1 year ago•2 min saved

"Rust Armorer Convicted of Involuntary Manslaughter in Alec Baldwin Shooting"

The trial of the "Rust" armorer, convicted of involuntary manslaughter for putting live ammunition into a gun that killed the cinematographer, offers insight into the case against Alec Baldwin, who faces a similar charge for his involvement in the incident. Baldwin, who denies pulling the trigger, is set to stand trial in July. Prosecutors argue that he failed to observe firearms safety measures, while evidence and testimony from the armorer's trial could both help and undermine his case.

via The New York Times|

#alec-baldwin #cinematographers-death #firearms-safety

entertainment1 year ago•5 min saved

'Rust' Armorer's Trial Outcome Sets Precedent for Alec Baldwin's Potential Trial

The trial and conviction of movie armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed in connection with the fatal shooting on the set of "Rust" has provided Alec Baldwin and his legal team with insights into how his own trial could unfold. Gutierrez-Reed was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter, and Baldwin's trial is scheduled for July. Expert testimony and video footage were key elements in Gutierrez-Reed's trial, shedding light on safety protocols and Baldwin's conduct. The upcoming trial will involve the same judge, prosecutors, and witnesses, and Baldwin's legal team is expected to leverage the insights gained from Gutierrez-Reed's trial.

via The Associated Press|

#alec-baldwin #entertainment #firearms-safety

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"SAG-AFTRA Stands by Alec Baldwin: Actor's Role Not to Be Firearms Expert"

SAG-AFTRA defended Alec Baldwin in the "Rust" manslaughter case, stating that actors are not responsible for firearms safety and that the industry assigns that duty to qualified professionals. The union's statement comes after Baldwin was indicted for involuntary manslaughter in the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The case also involves the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, who faces separate charges. The prosecution will need to prove "criminal negligence" to establish involuntary manslaughter in either case. California passed a law setting training requirements for film armorers and codifying set safety standards for firearm use following the incident.

via Variety|

#alec-baldwin #entertainment #firearms-safety

accidents2 years ago•1 min saved

Youth Deer Hunting Season Marred by Tragic Shooting Incident

A 50-year-old man was seriously injured after being shot by a 10-year-old during the opening weekend of the youth deer hunting season in Hubbard County, Minnesota. The incident occurred when the man instructed the child to unload a rifle, and the child accidentally squeezed the trigger, hitting the man in the buttocks. The man was airlifted to a Fargo hospital for treatment.

via KVLY|

#accidents #firearms-safety #hunting

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

'Rust' Assistant Director Sentenced for Fatal On-Set Shooting.

"Rust" assistant director Dave Halls was given a suspended sentence after pleading no contest to negligent/unsafe handling of a firearm that led to the on-set fatal shooting of the film's cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins. Halls will not serve jail time and instead was given six months of unsupervised probation, which includes a $500 fine, participation in a firearms safety course, 24 hours of community service, and no contact with any potential witnesses or co-defendants. Alec Baldwin and armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed were both charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection to Hutchins' death.

via Fox News|

#alec-baldwin #dave-halls #entertainment