Hannah Gutierrez, 'Rust' Armorer, Appeals for Retrial Following Dismissal of Alec Baldwin's Case
Entertainment | July 17, 2024, 12:04 a.m.
Lawyers representing "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez have filed a motion for a new trial or dismissal of her case, citing significant discovery violations by the State. Gutierrez was previously found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on set. Following Alec Baldwin's case dismissal, Gutierrez's legal team argues for reconsideration based on the implications of Baldwin's trial. The judge in Baldwin's case dismissed the charges due to prosecution mishandling of evidence, labeling it as highly prejudicial and in bad faith. Gutierrez's lawyers claim that Baldwin's case highlights severe misconduct and are seeking a similar outcome for their client. This legal action raises questions about the fairness of Gutierrez's trial and emphasizes the importance of upholding due process in high-profile cases.