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Dr. Michael J. Herkov, a forensic psychologist and professor at the University of Florida testifies during a competency hearing for Mesac Damas.Accused killer Mesac Damas attends a competency hearing in Collier Circuit Judge Franklin Baker's courtroom on Thursday, June16, 2011, in Naples. Three doctors will testify to the competency of Mesac Damas and will determine weather he will be able to stand trial. During the hearing two out of the three physiologist brought in to testify believe that Damas is competent to stand trial, but ultimately the final decision is left to the judges discretion. Manuel Martinez/Staff






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