Dr. Darrell R. Mease, Prescription Forgery, Oklahoma 2015
A shocking case of prescription forgery has come to light in Jay, Oklahoma. Dr. Darrell R. Mease, a physician with a questionable reputation, has been accused of violating the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention Act of 1970 by handing out prescriptions for controlled substances like phentermine without conducting medical examinations.
According to the settlement agreement, from September 2010 to September 2015, Dr. Mease would pre-sign prescription pads and allow his employees and his wife to prescribe the controlled substances for patients without conducting a medical examination. Furthermore, Dr. Mease prescribed controlled substances for his wife, who was not a patient at his clinic.
The case was handled by Assistant United States Attorney Marianne Hardcastle. The claims asserted by the government are allegations only, and there has not been any determination of liability.
Dr. Darrell R. Mease, a physician from Jay, Oklahoma, has agreed to pay $100,000 to settle allegations of violating the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention Act of 1970. The Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention Act of 1970 regulates the manufacture and distribution of controlled substances.
Dr. Mease's actions led to numerous patients receiving prescriptions for controlled substances without proper medical examination. This case highlights the importance of accountability in the medical profession and the need for strict regulation of controlled substances.
If you are aware of any illegal prescription drug sales and distribution, contact the Drug Enforcement Administration at 1-877-792-2873.
Dr. Darrell R. Mease will pay $100,000 to resolve the allegations. The case was announced by United States Attorney Danny C. Williams Sr. of the Northern District of Oklahoma.
This incident serves as a reminder of the risks associated with prescription forgery and the importance of strict adherence to medical regulations.
Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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