Annie Dookhan , accused of mishandling drug evidence , asked about possible sentences . She said she would not be able to comment on the specifics because it was a pending case and that her office hadn't yet decided what punishment should apply in this particular case. Prosecutors indicated they would seek a minimum of a five- to seven-year sentence if Dookhan were to plead guilty . Ex-chemist would likely get 3 to 5 years with guilty plea , a judge says after a hearing .
Annie Dookhan , accused of mishandling drug evidence , asked about possible sentences . She said she would not be able to comment on the specifics because it was a pending case and that her office hadn't yet decided what punishment should apply in this particular case. Ex-chemist would likely get 3 to 5 years with guilty plea , a judge says after a hearing .