Judge dismisses child sex abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield

State District Judge Joseph Montano has dismissed the child sex abuse indictment against actor Timothy Busfield, citing errors that undermined the grand jury process.

• Judge Montano granted the defense motion to dismiss the indictment on Friday, citing mistakes that undermined the grand jury process.
• A spokesperson for the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office said prosecutors are evaluating their options for how to proceed.
• Busfield denied the allegations, describing them as lies motivated by revenge.
• Busfield surrendered to authorities in January on charges including criminal sexual contact with a minor and child abuse.