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 .
Annie Dookhan , accused of mishandling drug evidence , asked about possible sentences . Dookhan , 34 , has pleaded not guilty to 27 counts including obstruction of justice , lying . Ex-chemist would likely get 3 to 5 years with guilty plea , a judge says after a hearing .