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Dookhan's Lawyer: Keeping Options Open is Key
Ex-chemist Annie Dookhan faced her sixth arraignment yesterday on charges that stem from one situation. Her attorney said it’s all part of the plan.
Annie Dookhan, the ex-chemist who stands accused of mishandling evidence in thousands of state drug cases, has been appearing in court after court since the 27-charge indictment against her came down Dec. 17, 2012. Following her latest arraignment Monday in Salem Superior Court, she has pleaded not guilty to all charges. Dookhan has now appeared at six arraignments in Suffolk, Norfolk, Plymouth, Bristol, Salem and Middlesex Superior Courts. She faces 17 counts of obstruction of justice, eight counts of tampering with evidence, perjury and falsely pretending to hold a degree from a college or university. Due to the widespread nature of the situation – Dookhan’s malfeasance while she was employed at the Jamaica Plain drug lab has …
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