News Summary
Christopher Dean Baldwin, a 42-year-old from Jackson, is facing new stalking charges related to actions directed at Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and her wife. After previous charges were dismissed due to mental incompetence, Baldwin’s recent alleged unlawful use of sensitive personal information to acquire documents has led to aggravated stalking charges. He is currently under court supervision as his legal proceedings continue, highlighting troubling patterns of harassment.
Jackson Man Faces New Charges for Stalking Attorney General Nessel and Wife
In an unsettling turn of events, a 42-year-old man from Jackson named Christopher Dean Baldwin is once again in hot water, facing new charges of stalking. This time, the charges are related to his unsettling behaviors directed at Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and her wife, Plymouth City Commissioner Alanna Maguire.
Previous Charges
It all began on March 5, 2024, when Baldwin allegedly showed up at Nessel’s home in Plymouth. Reportedly, he rang the doorbell and settled himself down on the front porch around 8:30 a.m., which obviously raised alarm bells. Prior to that, on March 4, 2024, Baldwin had made his presence known at a Plymouth commission meeting where Maguire was in attendance. It didn’t take long for police to arrive on the scene, catching Baldwin in the act of sitting on the porch.
Initially, Baldwin was charged with two counts of misdemeanor stalking, but things took a turn when the case was dismissed on March 20, 2025. It turns out, after a mental evaluation, Baldwin was deemed incompetent to stand trial. According to Michigan law, if a defendant remains incompetent for four months, the case has to be dropped. Unfortunately for Baldwin, that timeframe was reached.
Current Situation
Currently, Baldwin is under the supervision of the Wayne County Third Circuit Court Probate Division and is housed in a secure facility. If he manages to regain his competency, the criminal charges against him could be reinstated. However, recent actions have put Baldwin in the spotlight once again.
On February 27, 2025, Baldwin allegedly took it a step further by unlawfully using the home address of Nessel and Maguire, along with Nessel’s phone number, to obtain sensitive documents from the 12th District Court in Jackson County. This led to fresh charges consisting of two counts of aggravated stalking.
Legal Proceedings
Baldwin was arraigned on March 27, 2025, at Plymouth’s 35th District Court. This time around, he received a hefty $200,000 cash/surety bond, and part of his release condition states that he must wear a GPS tether. The court has scheduled a probable cause conference for April 4, 2025, which will be followed closely by a preliminary examination on April 11, 2025. Clearly, Baldwin’s legal troubles are far from over.
What’s Next?
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has voiced strong concerns regarding Baldwin’s persistent harassment of the Attorney General and her wife, emphasizing that such criminal behavior simply cannot be tolerated. As of now, Baldwin does not have an attorney listed on the Wayne County Circuit Court website, which adds another layer of complexity to his already challenging situation.
Reflecting on the previous stalking incidents, the gravity of Baldwin’s actions over the last few days of both March 2024 and 2025 cannot be understated. What once began as an incident that directed concern and confusion has evolved into a serious legal battle with potential lasting implications.
As updates continue to unfold, the community will undoubtedly be keeping a close eye on this case, hoping for a resolution that addresses the safety and peace of mind of the individuals involved. It’s a situation that serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of legal proceedings, especially in matters of personal safety and mental health.
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Additional Resources
- ClickOnDetroit: Michigan Man Facing New Charges
- Detroit News: Man Accused Stalking Nessel’s Wife
- Fox 2 Detroit: New Charges Against Stalking Man
- Wikipedia: Stalking
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Stalking
