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A turbulent and troubled life laid bare

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Defense attorneys argue that Dorothy Joudrie was in a dissociative state when her estranged husband was nearly shot to death in her home. Allegedly, she had been in a state of denial over their troubled marriage. Prosecutors challenge the notion that she was unaware of her actions.

Criminal liability

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Dorothy Joudrie's 'nightmare' ends; a jury finds her not responsible for shooting her ex-husband

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A Calgary jury ruled that Dorothy Joudrie was in a dissociative state when she shot her estranged husband Earl Joudrie six times on Jan 21, 1995. The court ordered her to undergo psychiatric evaluation. Earl Joudrie, who survived the shooting, says he accepts the verdict.

Dissociation (Psychology), Dissociative disorders

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'How long is it going to take you to die?' (testimony from the attempted murder trial of Dorothy Joudrie)

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Earl Joudrie, a wealthy Canadian entrepreneur, was allegedly shot six times by his estranged wife Dorothy Joudrie on Jan 21, 1995. She is now on trial for the attempted murder. Testimony has focused on the couple's stormy relationship including abuse and alcoholism.

Crime

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