Summary
A judge in New Mexico dismissed child sexual abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield due to improper actions by the prosecutors during the grand jury process. The judge said prosecutors can bring new charges, and the case is still ongoing.Key Facts
- Timothy Busfield, known for roles on The West Wing and Thirtysomething, was charged with groping one of two young twin boys.
- The allegations covered a two-year period when the boys were 7 and 8 years old.
- The judge ruled the prosecutors did not follow fair procedures during the grand jury, including incorrect instructions about witness testimony.
- The judge said the prosecutor blocked witnesses that the grand jurors wanted to hear.
- Busfield denies all the allegations and called them lies.
- Prosecutors are reviewing their options and may file new charges.
- The case concerns alleged incidents on the set of the TV show The Cleaning Lady.
- The decision to dismiss was made by Judge Joseph Montano in New Mexico state court.
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