Alec Baldwin's manslaughter case has been dismissed by Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer due to prosecutors failing to provide key evidence to the defense. The judge ruled that no other sanction was appropriate and stated that Baldwin cannot be retried due to double jeopardy. The prosecution's failures were deemed appalling and almost reached the level of bad faith, according to Marlowe Sommer. Gasps filled the courtroom as Baldwin was embraced by his family and supporters following the dismissal. The defense argued that prosecutors deliberately hid crucial evidence, leading to a public outcry over the mishandling of the case. Despite the dismissal, Baldwin may potentially face a trial in civil court for the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The New Mexico judicial system faced criticism for its handling of the case, leaving many questioning the allocation of public funds and the pursuit of justice.