Virginia Prescription Drug Fraud

In Virginia, a person may be charged with prescription drug fraud if he or she illegally procures prescription medication in order to sell them or use them for personal use. This crime could be charged as a felony offense, which includes penalties such as prison time and large fines. If you have recently been charged with Virginia prescription drug fraud, you need skilled legal representation on your side to help you defend yourself against these serious charges.

Prescription drug fraud can be committed in various ways. Common types of drug fraud include stealing a doctor’s prescription pad in order to write prescriptions, altering the quantity of a prescription, calling in an unauthorized prescription at a pharmacy, and using a computer in order to create a fraudulent prescription.

Prescription fraud is often used to procure drugs such as Vicodin, Oxycontin, Adderal, Valium, Xanax, and amphetamines. If you are found with a large amount of illegal prescription drugs in your possession, you could potentially be charged with “possession with intent to sell or distribute.” If you are found guilty, the judge may sentence you to prison time, community service, fines, and later, probation.

Because you could be charged with felony illegal possession of prescription drugs, you may end up facing the repercussions of a conviction for the rest of your life. Convicted felons are ineligible for employment in certain sectors, such as schools and government agencies and are prohibited from owning firearms. In some cases, convicted felons are even barred from voting.

In addition to the consequences listed above, you may find difficulty applying for loans, schools, and housing with a drug-related charge on your criminal record.

An experienced, skilled, Virginia defense attorney can be your lifeline during this difficult time. An attorney with knowledge of the law, who understands the facts of your case can determine whether police followed the proper protocol during your arrest. If you were searched illegally, the “evidence” may be completely inadmissible and your case dismissed. 

Even if your attorney cannot have the charges dismissed on a procedural basis, they may well be able to bargain with the prosecution in reducing charges or a sentence by effective negotiation.

The Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson has a reputation of reliable, effective, favorable outcomes for their clients. If you are facing charges for illegal possession of prescription drugs in Virginia, contact us for a free consultation today. We will protect your rights and give you the best legal representation possible at an affordable price.