Richard Bashir

Richard Bashir was the father of Starfleet officer and Doctor Julian Bashir. He was the husband of Amsha Bashir.

During Julian's early childhood, his parents became quite concerned about Julian's development, Julian was developing quite slowly compared to other children his age. In approximately 2348, Richard and Amsha had Julian subjected to genetic engineering which involved the resequencing of his DNA and the accelerated growth of neural pathways. This was however highly illegal and would've resulted in Bashir being barred from Starfleet service or practicing medicine if the truth was known.

In 2373, the truth of what they had done was finally revealed. Richard Bashir reached a deal with Admiral Bennett which allowed Julian to retain his medical practice and remain in Starfleet. Bashir pleaded guilty to illegal genetic engineering, and was sentenced to serve two years in the New Zealand Penal Settlement. Bashir was released in mid 2375. (DS9 episode Doctor Bashir, I Presume?)