After months of silence and stalled legal movement, Alec Baldwin’s lawsuit against prosecutors in New Mexico has officially been tossed out by a judge—bringing a quiet end to a case that once promised fireworks.
Baldwin’s Legal Push Fizzles Out
The actor had filed a lawsuit targeting the New Mexico prosecutors who charged him over the deadly shooting that took place on the set of Rust, the Western film he was producing and starring in.
lawsuit alleged misconduct in how the prosecution was handled, but it never really got off the ground.
Now, newly obtained court documents show that the judge overseeing the case has dismissed it entirely.
The reason? Nothing had happened with it in over six months.
“No Significant Action” in 180 Days
According to the official court filing, the judge noted that “no significant action has been taken in 180 or more days in connection to any and all pending claims.”
In other words, Baldwin’s team hadn’t followed up—and neither had anyone else.
This lack of progress led to the case being quietly dropped, without any further hearing or development.
Silence From Baldwin’s Camp
As of now, there’s been no comment from Baldwin or his representatives.
Daily Mail reached out for a response following the dismissal, but there’s been no word back.
Given the media attention surrounding the incident, some had expected Baldwin’s legal team to put up more of a fight, especially after such a high-profile charge.
The Tragedy Behind the Case
This all stems from a tragic moment on October 21, 2021.
During filming in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Baldwin was holding a prop revolver that discharged, killing 42-year-old cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuring the film’s director, Joel Souza.
Baldwin has consistently stated that it was an accident and that he never pulled the trigger.
His legal team has maintained that he was not responsible for ensuring the gun’s safety—arguing that duty belonged to the on-set armorer and safety crew.
Charges Have Come and Gone
In January 2023, Baldwin was charged with involuntary manslaughter for Hutchins’ death.
That sparked legal back-and-forth and intense scrutiny—not just over Baldwin’s actions but over safety procedures on Hollywood film sets.
While the charges were dropped for a time, they’ve since resurfaced as the investigation evolved.
The lawsuit against the prosecutors was a side battle Baldwin launched in that wider legal war.
What Comes Next?
For now, Baldwin’s attempt to take legal action against the people prosecuting him has hit a dead end.
But the criminal case against him over the shooting isn’t going away any time soon.
The legal spotlight may have dimmed for the moment, but with upcoming court dates expected later this year, it’s likely Baldwin will be back in the headlines again soon.
