DOYLESTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- A former Republican candidate for Pennsylvania lieutenant governor has been charged with assault after allegedly punching a teenager.
Clarice Schillinger is also charged with harassment and providing alcohol to minors.
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Police say the incident happened back in September at a birthday party she threw for her 17-year-old daughter in her Doylestown home.
Shillinger is also the leader of a political action committee that fueled conservative opposition to school boards.
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Court documents show she is set to be in court on January 29.
Her attorney says that Shillinger is, "a law-abiding citizen who looks forward to defending herself against the allegations."