State v. Hulshizer

Following a trial to a jury, the defendant, William J. Hulshizer, was convicted of sexual abuse of a vulnerable adult. The defendant was sentenced to 4 years’ probation, including 180 days in jail. In his appeal to this court, the defendant contends that the evidence was insufficient to support the conviction.

In August 1991, the defendant began working for Bethesda Care Center in Ainsworth, Nebraska. After completing his training, the defendant became a certified nurse’s aide, taking care of elderly people. His duties included assisting the residents in using the toilet and cleaning them when…