Defending People Accused of Prescription Fraud
In the Houston area, many upstanding members of the community become addicted to painkillers after they have suffered injuries. Rather than addressing their addiction head on, they resort to prescription fraud or doctor shopping in order to obtain the medications they crave. But in Texas, prescription fraud is a serious crime, and it can result in jail time and a criminal record. If you have been arrested for prescription fraud or illegal possession of prescription medications, you need a strong and effective defense. Your freedom and your reputation are on the line.
At the Law Office of Paul Schiffer, we vigorously defend people accused of prescription drug fraud and other crimes. While our priority is to overcome the charge, we also work hard to help our clients get the drug treatment services they need to overcome their addiction.
Contact us today for a consultation about a prescription drug charge.
Texas law regarding prescription medications has changed. As of September 1, 2011, you must tell a treating physician that another doctor has prescribed medications for you. If you fail to do so, this can be used as evidence against you in a prescription fraud case.
A Serious Lawyer for Serious Problems
Paul Schiffer, a Houston prescription fraud attorney, understands the emotional anguish suffered by people addicted to prescription painkillers. Whenever possible, he seeks outcomes that effectively address both a criminal charge and the underlying chemical dependency.
Fortunately, for first-time offenders, Texas takes a rehabilitative approach in many cases involving prescription drug charges. In your case, drug court and pretrial diversion outcomes may be available. If you qualify and are accepted into such a program, the criminal charge is placed in abeyance, pending your completion of a drug treatment program. At the end of the period, the charge is dismissed and you will have no conviction on your record.
As an experienced Houston and Pearland prescription drug charge lawyer, Paul Schiffer has helped many people obtain pretrial diversion outcomes. If you are eligible for such a program, Mr. Schiffer will work with the prosecutor and court to obtain it for you.
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To learn more about how we can help you, contact the Law Office of Paul Schiffer.
