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# \[8] 13 - Prescription Fraud / Forged Prescriptions

**Offense Classification:** **Felony**

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#### **Definition:**

Prescription fraud involves **forging, altering, or unlawfully obtaining a prescription** for controlled substances, or **using another person’s identity or credentials to acquire them**.

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#### **Examples Include:**

* Falsified prescription pads
* Calling in fake scripts to pharmacies
* Using multiple pharmacies or doctors ("doctor shopping")
* Altering quantities or dates on valid prescriptions

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#### **Penalties:**

* **Jail Time:** 2 to 5 years
* **Fine:** Up to $25,000
* **Medical/Pharmacy Alert Entry**

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#### **Related Charges:**

* **\[8] 2, 5 – Possession or Intent (Class B substances)**
* **\[3] 16 – Forging Government Documents**
* **\[3] 6 – Obstruction of Justice**


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