Attorneys for Bosworth, Medical Board Argue over License

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — The lawyer for former Republican U.S. Senate candidate Annette Bosworth says her felony conviction for violating election law doesn't prevent her from providing proper care to her medical patients.

The attorney for the state medical board says Bosworth's honesty and not her medical competency are in question.

The board last fall revoked Bosworth's medical license, and she appealed. The Argus Leader reports that Judge Doug Hoffman held a hearing Monday and will rule later.

A jury in May 2015 found Bosworth guilty of perjury and filing false documents in connection with her nominating petitions. She cited inexperience. She received a suspended sentence and community service.

Bosworth attorney Paul Richardson says the medical board acknowledged Bosworth adequately treated her patients. Medical board attorney Craig Kennedy said Bosworth can't be trusted.

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