MIAMI, Florida — A 79-year-old federal Medicare administrative law judge was taken into custody Sunday following an incident in which he allegedly wounded his wife with a butter knife during a dispute, according to police records.
Gerald Foulds faces a charge of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon causing bodily harm, as indicated by Miami-Dade County jail logs.
An arrest report detailed that Foulds’ wife informed detectives that a verbal disagreement between the couple escalated into physical violence. The couple has been married for 14 years, and while she mentioned previous physical disputes, none had been reported to police prior to this event. She characterized Foulds as being impulsive, aggressive, and dealing with a drinking problem.
According to the documentation, the wife retreated to the kitchen to de-escalate the situation, but Foulds followed her and gripped her shoulder. After she used her arm to block him in self-defense, Foulds allegedly retrieved a butter knife from the kitchen counter and cut her on her left arm.
The victim managed to escape the residence, sought assistance from a neighbor, and subsequently visited an urgent care facility for medical attention.
Law enforcement personnel interviewed Foulds at the scene, who disputed the claims before being booked into the local detention center.
Foulds attended a bond court hearing on Monday before Judge Mindy Glazer to address financial conditions for his release and legal representation.
During the appearance, Foulds inquired whether he could be released on his own recognizance due to his judicial status. When questioned by Glazer about his specific role, Foulds stated he had served as a Medicare administrative law judge for 21 years and noted that he was currently preparing for retirement.
Glazer declined the request, stating she would establish a financial bond based on the reports indicating the victim sustained injuries from a butter knife.
The hearing turned to living arrangements when Glazer commanded Foulds to avoid any contact with his spouse. Foulds objected, stating that as a judge he required a residence and suggested that his wife could relocate to her son’s home, where she frequently visits. Glazer rejected the suggestion, explaining that a victim of domestic abuse holds a superior right to reside in the home over the property owner.
Glazer barred Foulds from possessing any firearms or weapons, ordered him to participate in pretrial services, and established an alternate bond of $2,500.
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