Scott Roeder is accused of first-degree murder in the death of Dr. George Tiller . Tiller was one of the few U.S. doctors who performed late-term abortions . Several anti-abortion activists facing criminal charges have attempted to use the defense but none has been successful . The Associated Press contributed to this report. Defendant argues breaking the law is better for society than following it . Judge bars Roeder from using the necessity defense in the doctor 's slaying .
Scott Roeder is accused of first-degree murder in the death of Dr. George Tiller . Tiller was one of the few U.S. doctors who performed late-term abortions . The Associated Press contributed to this report. Defendant argues breaking the law is better for society than following it . Judge bars Roeder from using the necessity defense in the doctor 's slaying .