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Doctor claims Kimberly Kessler incompetent to stand trial; Kessler accused of killing Nassau mother

NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. — State attorneys in Nassau County are challenging a new claim that accused killer Kimberly Kessler, is incompetent to stand trial.

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On Thursday, Kessler’s defense attorney presented the court with a new motion, a doctor’s note that claims Kessler is incompetent to stand trial based on the doctor's evaluation.

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Kimberly Kessler is accused of killing Joleen Cummings, ofNassau County, whose family was in court for part of the proceedings.

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The State requested a motion to have another physician examine Kessler on her competency to stand trial.

A Nassau County judge passed the case to June 27.

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