‘And the Hits Just Keep on Coming’ — The Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Conviction for Health

For a health care professional, the collateral consequences of a criminal conviction go beyond licensure problems. The collateral consequences can be more serious than fines and perhaps as serious as prison. As a practical matter, the collateral consequences can prevent a defendant from earning a living in the health care industry. The authors explore the collateral consequences of a criminal conviction for health care professionals so that a defense attorney can advise a client of the potential consequences of a plea.