WEST LINN, Ore. — After years of accusations, frustration, and waiting, dozens of Oregon women who said their family doctor sexually abused them are finally seeing him face criminal charges.
David B. Farley, a former family physician and respected member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in West Linn, surrendered to authorities Friday and was booked into the Clackamas County Jail. The 67-year-old faces nine counts of sexual abuse and two related felony charges, involving three patients — including one under the age of 14 — over an 11-year period.
Appearing via video at his arraignment later that day, Farley pleaded not guilty to all charges as survivors and supporters filled the courtroom gallery, many in tears. A judge set his trial date for December 6…