Health Concerns Threaten Delays in Moncton’s High-Stakes Financial Crimes Trial
MONCTON, Canada — Delays are looming for the trial of Daniel Bard, a man facing 19 counts related to fraud and money laundering, amid emerging health concerns of his newly appointed attorney. The trial is scheduled to begin in September, but the defense is encountering potential hurdles. Bard’s new lawyer, Nelson Peters, took over the case in June after the previous attorney withdrew due to personal health issues. During a provincial court session on Monday, Peters informed Judge Anne Richard that he is unlikely to be adequately prepared for the September 15 start date. He … Read more