Dr. Richard Stehl, Drug Distribution Offenses, Alabama 2018

Montgomery Doctor Charged with Drug Distribution Offenses

Montgomery, Alabama - A local doctor is facing serious charges after being accused of inappropriately prescribing controlled substances to patients.

Dr. Richard Stehl, 54, of Montgomery, Alabama, appeared in court on Monday, September 10, 2018 after being indicted on drug distribution charges, announced United States Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr.

The indictment charges Dr. Stehl, who owned and operated a medical practice on Winton Blount Loop in eastern Montgomery, with drug distribution offenses. Those charges stem from Dr. Stehl’s prescribing controlled substances inappropriately, unlawfully, and for non-medical reasons.

According to the indictment, Dr. Stehl faces a maximum sentence of 20 years’ imprisonment on each count. He also faces substantial monetary penalties and restitution.

It’s worth noting that an indictment merely alleges that crimes have been committed. The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Law enforcement officials from the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Tactical Diversion Squad, the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General, and the Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigations Division led the investigation. The Montgomery Police Department, the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and the Opelika Police Department all assisted in the probe. Assistant United States Attorney Jonathan S. Ross is prosecuting the case.

Dr. Richard Stehl, a Montgomery resident, is charged with drug distribution offenses, which carry a maximum sentence of 20 years’ imprisonment and substantial monetary penalties. The case is ongoing, and Dr. Stehl is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

An indictment is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The investigation was led by multiple law enforcement agencies and is being prosecuted by the United States Attorney’s Office.

The case highlights the importance of proper prescribing practices and the consequences of inappropriately prescribing controlled substances. Dr. Stehl faces serious charges and the possibility of significant prison time and financial penalties.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-mdal/pr/montgomery-doctor-charged-drug-distribution-offenses