Alec Baldwin 'Rust' Shooting Trial: Expert Suggests Female-Dominated Jury Could Show More Sympathy Towards Defense

Entertainment | July 11, 2024, 4:54 a.m.

Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial features a jury with 11 women and five men, raising questions about how gender dynamics could impact the case. Experts suggest that Baldwin's lawyers may emphasize his grief over the tragic shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust" in 2021 to appeal to the emotional side of the jury. Female jurors may react differently to Baldwin's personality and the victim being a mother. While some experts believe gender may not heavily influence the verdict, others argue that female jurors may have less firearm knowledge and react differently to Baldwin's behavior on trial. The defense strategically highlights Baldwin's family ties and grief, while prosecutors argue that he disregarded firearm safety rules. The trial continues with both sides attempting to sway the jury in their favor.