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Prescription Fraud Advice
by Neekie21, Dec 30, 2006 12:00AM
I write this with hope of much needed advice. I thank in advance anyone that reads this and takes the time to lend some help. This is a summary of my situation:
I struggle with dependancy of the prescription medication Adderall, In recent months i let my addiction get the best of me and began making and writing my own scripts. Some we're filled, others we're recognized as bogus and turned down. Enevitably, it caught up with me. The doctor was informed and was sent the phony scripts via fax and the Attorney General was informed. A couple weeks back i began getting phone calls and even a card left on my front door from an agent needing to talk to me, being stupid i igored the messages. Today i was followed by this agent and was confronted in the lot of a local grocery store. He told me that he has a file of evidence linking me to the passing of phony scripts in the area, he went on to say that all the pharmacies and my insurance has ID'ed me in this illegal act. I denied any knowledge of this at the time despite the overwhelming evidence. He asked me if i had a moment to go to the station and i informed him i was on my way to work, he accepted that and made it very clear that on the next business ri am meeting with him Tuesday) he gave me his card and sent me on my way.
At this point im horribly scared and confused on what to do. I contemplated denying the charges all the way but the amount of evidence against me is substantial, but im lost as to why i wasnt arrested on the spot? I'm lost as to what to do or what approach to take. PLEASE help, i am beyond scared =-/
I struggle with dependancy of the prescription medication Adderall, In recent months i let my addiction get the best of me and began making and writing my own scripts. Some we're filled, others we're recognized as bogus and turned down. Enevitably, it caught up with me. The doctor was informed and was sent the phony scripts via fax and the Attorney General was informed. A couple weeks back i began getting phone calls and even a card left on my front door from an agent needing to talk to me, being stupid i igored the messages. Today i was followed by this agent and was confronted in the lot of a local grocery store. He told me that he has a file of evidence linking me to the passing of phony scripts in the area, he went on to say that all the pharmacies and my insurance has ID'ed me in this illegal act. I denied any knowledge of this at the time despite the overwhelming evidence. He asked me if i had a moment to go to the station and i informed him i was on my way to work, he accepted that and made it very clear that on the next business ri am meeting with him Tuesday) he gave me his card and sent me on my way.
At this point im horribly scared and confused on what to do. I contemplated denying the charges all the way but the amount of evidence against me is substantial, but im lost as to why i wasnt arrested on the spot? I'm lost as to what to do or what approach to take. PLEASE help, i am beyond scared =-/
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If you do get arrested, ask for a lawyer right away before saying anything at all. The lawyer will know how to plea bargain as mslkpage suggested.
It also is a crime to attempt to obtain a controlled substance by fraud or deceit, etc. The crime of attempt is considered complete when you knowingly present an altered prescription to the pharmacist. It is not necessary that the pharmacy actually provide the medication in order for you to be convicted of attempt. These laws do very from state to state. You should do a google. It may also depend on the drug.
Also,
The state must prove that you acted knowingly or intentionally when you tendered the prescription. This can be established by circumstantial evidence, meaning by considering the circumstances surrounding your conduct.
The penalties for attempted prescription fraud are somewhat less than for the completed crime, but both are felonies that can result in prison sentences. Your best bet is to seek out an experienced drug defense lawyer in your area who can advise you as to the likelihood that the state will be able to prove you had the intent to commit the crime.
I personally feel you should cooperate, they are alreadt being easy on you and may tire of it quickly. U may want to post to another poster on here named attorney, he/she may be able to better assist you.
Good Luck,
orangefyre
I would think if you came clean with the judge(not the police) and tell him that you are an addict he might go easier on you.
I do agree with you on not talking with the police.They dont care one way or another.They have a job to do and I dont think that to many cops are going to go out of thier way to help someone out,besides how could they help in this case.
By the way F: have a delightful new year. (pain free and all that).
Find a good criminal defense attorney in your area, and tell them you're willing to make a plea bargain as long as it includes treatment.
I have been fighting over a year... and it is still getting me no where. believe me its a rough road a head. i am not sure if you believe in God but keep your faith... you will do fine. I wish i could give you my info so I can help you through this one on one but you can do this here.
Just take what is coming and move on. with drawl is not easy but you will get through it. start getting off them now. that way you don't have to worry about it while you are in jail.. thats if you go there. some times you just get probation and you are good to go... I hope that is what you get...
Good luck on it and I hope you make it through.
Ash
If this "agent" evidence linking you to prescription fraud, then why didn't he arrest you on the spot? Why would he let you simply go off to work?
Again, something doesn't sound right and you need to be sure who this person really is, before you do anything else. GET AN ATTORNEY who can check this "agent" out!
Michael