Timothy Busfield Defers Plea in Child Sexual Abuse Hearing

Timothy Busfield did not enter a plea in a New Mexico court on Wednesday regarding charges of child sexual abuse. The 68-year-old actor remains in custody and is scheduled for a hearing within the week to address a pre-trial motion aimed at keeping him incarcerated during the upcoming trial.

Details of the Charges Against Timothy Busfield

Busfield faces serious allegations, including two counts of criminal sexual contact with a minor and child abuse involving two boys who were actors on the series “The Cleaning Lady.” He surrendered to authorities in Albuquerque after a warrant for his arrest was issued. He was taken into custody at the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center.

Court Appearance and Defense

• Busfield appeared remotely before Judge Felicia Blea-Rivera.
• He only spoke briefly, thanking the judge before exiting.
• His attorney, Amber Fayerberg, represented him via video link.

Despite declaring his innocence, Busfield did not contest the probable cause for the felony charges in court. The accusations stem from claims made by two boys, who allege inappropriate behavior on the set of “The Cleaning Lady.”

Investigation Findings

An arrest warrant revealed that Busfield had previously conversed with an Albuquerque Police official about remarks made by the mother of the alleged victims. She purportedly claimed intentions of revenge against him for not returning her sons for the final season, suggesting a potentially vindictive motive for the allegations.

Investigations by Authorities and Warner Bros.

• The Albuquerque Police Department initiated investigations into the claims, which reportedly involved behavior such as tickling and head-kissing.
• Warner Bros. conducted an independent investigation led by Christina McGovern from Solomon Law.
• McGovern concluded there was no corroborating evidence against Busfield.

However, further allegations resurfaced in September 2025, with one of the boys, referred to as SL, reportedly disclosing inappropriate contact to a counselor.

Prosecution’s Motion for Detention

On Wednesday, the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s office filed a motion to keep Busfield incarcerated. They argued that his release could threaten the safety of others and the community. The upcoming hearing will require prosecutors to provide clear evidence for this pre-trial detention.

Legal Response and Polygraph Test

Busfield’s legal team, led by attorney Larry Stein, plans to counter the prosecution’s request. They recently announced that Busfield underwent a polygraph test, which he passed. Stein emphasized Busfield’s denial of the allegations and described the claims as unfounded.

Background on Timothy Busfield

Busfield has been a prominent figure in the entertainment industry since his role in “Revenge of the Nerds” in 1984. Despite previous allegations of sexual misconduct dating back to 1994 and 2012—none of which led to charges—this recent situation marks a significant turning point in his career.

The case continues to evolve, with multiple hearings scheduled in the coming weeks to address the serious allegations presented against him.