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Timothy Busfield to be released from jail pending child sex abuse trial

Timothy Busfield, the Emmy-winning actor known for his role in 'The West Wing,' has been ordered released from jail as he awaits trial on charges of child sexual abuse. A New Mexico judge determined that he does not pose a public safety risk and will be supervised upon release, with specific restrictions including no contact with the alleged victims.

Director and actor Timothy Busfield in an orange jumpsuit sits behind a desk in a courthouse

Director and actor Timothy Busfield in an orange jumpsuit sits behind a desk in a courthouse

Credit: (Sam Wasson / Associated Press)

Key Highlights

  • Timothy Busfield faces child sexual abuse charges linked to his work on the set of 'The Cleaning Lady.'.
  • Judge David Murphy ruled Busfield is not a public safety risk and ordered his release on his own recognizance.
  • Busfield will be supervised by a pretrial services office in Albuquerque after his release.
  • He cannot possess firearms or drugs and is prohibited from contacting the alleged victims.
  • His release comes after a detention hearing held on January 20, 2026.
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Sources

  1. New Mexico judge orders release of actor Timothy Busfield from jail pending child sex abuse case
  2. Judge orders release of actor Timothy Busfield pending child sex abuse case
  3. Timothy Busfield to be released from jail pending child sex abuse trial
  4. Timothy Busfield ordered released from jail pending trial in child sex abuse
  5. Timothy Busfield Released From Jail Amid Child Sexual Abuse Charges

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