Doctor charged over death of Friends star Matthew Perry appears in court

One of two doctors charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death made his first appearance in a federal court in Los Angeles on Friday after reaching a plea deal with prosecutors.

Dr Mark Chavez, 54, of San Diego, stood in court with his lawyer and told a judge he understood his rights.

US Magistrate Judge Jean P Rosenbluth told him he could remain free on bond with several restrictions, including turning over his passport and not working as a doctor.

Chavez signed an agreement...