L.A. Firm Defends Medical Professionals Facing Drug Charges
Drug charges carry stiff penalties for California medical professionals
One of the most common drug offenses involving medical professionals is illegally prescribing medications. Section 11153 of the California Health and Safety Code Section 11153 states, “A prescription for a controlled substance shall only be issued for a legitimate medical purpose.”
A medical professional who violates Section 11153 by issuing a prescription for an illegitimate reason faces:
- A year in jail
- $20,000 in fines
- Medical license suspension or revocation
If you are arrested for illegally prescribing a medication, call a defense lawyer at the Law Offices of Arash Hashemi immediately. We are ready to devise a defense strategy that will protect your freedom and your professional reputation.
Dispensing and furnishing prescription drugs without a license
Under Section 11352.1 of the California Health and Safety Code, it is illegal to dispense or furnish prescription drugs without a license. Any person who knowingly owns, manages or operates a business that dispenses or furnishes prescription drugs without a license faces up to one year in jail and $5,000 in fines. A subsequent conviction is punishable by one year in jail and a $10,000 fine.
Contact an experienced drug defense lawyer in Los Angeles
Since 2003, we at the Law Offices of Arash Hashemi have fought relentlessly to defend individuals accused of drug crimes. We understand what is at stake. Contact us online or by phone at (310) 448-1529 to set up an initial consultation. Our office is conveniently located in the Westside Towers in Los Angeles, within minutes of Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Westwood, and steps away from the Expo/Bundy Station. We have flexible hours and weekend appointments, and we will visit you in jail to discuss your case.