Doctor's License Suspended after Alleged Child Assault Incident
A New Jersey doctor has had his license suspended after allegations of assaulting a child with a screwdriver. According to a news report in the Bergen County Record, the aggravated assault occurred July 3 in Emerson. Though not convicted for this alleged crime, the doctor's license has been suspended because the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners are concerned that her lack of impulse control may carry over to the workplace. Authorities will have to determine if she did in fact hurt the 13-year-old victim.
Under New Jersey Code 2C:12-1: "A person is guilty of aggravated assault if he [or she]: (1) Attempts to cause serious bodily injury to another, or causes such injury purposely or knowingly or under circumstances manifesting extreme indifference to the value of human life recklessly causes such injury." Aggravated assault charges typically arise out of serious injury cases or attacks involving a deadly weapon.
It is common for criminal allegations to affect one's ability to apply for work and maintain employment. For example, it is common for individuals charged with driving under the influence to lose their jobs if they work in the transportation industry. Individuals who work with children could likely lose their jobs if they are charged with child abuse or sexual assault. Criminal charges could not only affect a person's current job, but also his or her career and future.
The experienced assault defense attorneys in New Jersey at Lependorf & Silverstein understand the ramifications a criminal conviction can have on our clients' personal and professional lives. To obtain more information about your legal rights and options, call us at 609-240-0040. We always offer free initial consultations.
