SANTA FE, N.M. — Timothy Busfield, renowned for his performances in 'The West Wing' and 'Field of Dreams,' has been indicted by a grand jury in New Mexico on four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child under the age of 13. The indictment was announced by Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman and is connected to allegations arising from Busfield's time as a director on the TV series 'The Cleaning Lady' from 2022 to 2024.
Busfield has firmly denied the allegations, stressing his intention to contest the charges at every legal stage. His defense attorney, Larry Stein, asserted that previous hearings exposed critical flaws in the prosecution's case, arguing for the presumption of innocence. The actor was released from jail early this year after a judge determined there was no discernible pattern of misconduct in his past.
The allegations include incidents where a boy reported being touched by Busfield on multiple occasions starting at age 7. The case's progression follows severe accusations, including claims of grooming and inappropriate behavior over three decades. Prosecutors allege the evidence against Busfield comprises detailed testimonies and supporting medical findings.
Each count carries a potential penalty of six years in prison, with enhancements possible due to the nature of the offenses. This high-profile case is set against the backdrop of celebrity misconduct, eliciting both public interest and scrutiny.
Busfield has firmly denied the allegations, stressing his intention to contest the charges at every legal stage. His defense attorney, Larry Stein, asserted that previous hearings exposed critical flaws in the prosecution's case, arguing for the presumption of innocence. The actor was released from jail early this year after a judge determined there was no discernible pattern of misconduct in his past.
The allegations include incidents where a boy reported being touched by Busfield on multiple occasions starting at age 7. The case's progression follows severe accusations, including claims of grooming and inappropriate behavior over three decades. Prosecutors allege the evidence against Busfield comprises detailed testimonies and supporting medical findings.
Each count carries a potential penalty of six years in prison, with enhancements possible due to the nature of the offenses. This high-profile case is set against the backdrop of celebrity misconduct, eliciting both public interest and scrutiny.
