Former Bellingham scientist sentenced to prison-based drug treatment for heroin dealing | Northwest News - The News Tribune

Former Bellingham scientist sentenced to prison-based drug treatment for heroin dealing Northwest News - The News Tribune: "former Bellingham water-quality scientist who turned to heroin dealing during his descent from a lavish lifestyle was sentenced Thursday, Dec. 9, to a prison-based drug treatment program.
Kenton C. Doughty, 54, had already pleaded guilty to three counts of heroin dealing, one count of possessing heroin with intent to deal it, and possessing stolen property.
Whatcom County Superior Court Judge Charles Snyder sentenced him to 20 months in the treatment program. He will be on Department of Corrections supervision for an additional 20 months after he finishes treatment.
Doughty's attorney, Michael Brodsky, said the treatment program would allow his client to restart a life deterred by drug abuse.
'Kent is a good candidate to beat his addiction and become a productive member of society again,' Brodsky said."

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