Alec Baldwin arrived Wednesday morning around 8 am local time for the first full day of his involuntary manslaughter trial. The actor, accompanied by his wife Hilaria and lawyer Alex Spiro, entered the Santa Fe courthouse amidst media attention.
During the jury selection process, a panel of 16 jurors, including four alternates, was chosen after a brief delay. Both Baldwin and his brother, actor Stephen Baldwin, were present during this selection phase.
The potential jurors, selected from a pool of 70 individuals, were questioned by both the prosecution and Baldwin's legal team. They were asked about their exposure to media coverage of the case, their opinions on gun regulation, and any connections they might have to the film industry.
Baldwin, who remained silent when asked about his confidence in the trial, is expected to face opening statements as the trial commences. The proceedings are scheduled to continue until July 19, with a focus on the events surrounding the tragic incident that led to the involuntary manslaughter charges against the actor.
