A Halifax judge has refused to rule on whether to throw out assault charges against an 81-year-old pediatric dentist, saying she wants to hear all the evidence at trial before deciding if his Charter rights have been violated.
A Halifax dentist accused of physically assaulting child patients decades ago can’t mount a proper defence, according to his lawyer, because medical records have been destroyed and former assistants who might help his case can’t be called to testify.
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Louis Bourget’s admission is contained in an agreed statement of facts that formed part of a disciplinary decision by the Newfoundland and Labrador Dental Board.