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Judge orders psychiatric fitness assessment for N.S. man accused of historical sexual abuse

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Measure taken to ensure Douglas Guthro Sr., 86, fully understands court process

CBC NewsGareth Hampshire

A judge has ordered a fitness assessment by a forensic psychiatrist for Douglas Guthro Sr., a Pictou County man accused of historical sexual abuse.

The case involves Guthro's three adult children.

On Friday, Justice Frank Hoskins of the Nova Scotia Supreme Court ordered the 86-year-old Guthro to be assessed by a psychiatrist after concerns were raised about his ability to understand his situation.

Hoskins refused to accept guilty pleas by Guthro to eight of 17 charges of historical sexual violence…

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Judge orders psychiatric fitness assessment for N.S. man accused of historical sexual abuse

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CBC NewsGareth Hampshire, Posted: Jan 24, 2025 1:14 PM EST | Last Updated: 27 minutes ago
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