9/17/2007
Missouri Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
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Other Consequences
Possible criminal
action – arrest and prosecution
–Misdemeanor -- refusal to make or keep records
–Felony – theft, false/forged Rx or
making a false record
DEA Diversion
Task Forces are arresting
patients and licensed professionals
for serious controlled
substance violations
DEA may also assess civil
penalties
