Pharmaceutical Businesses in San Diego Are Not Immune from Federal Drug Prosecution

Most of the drug attention in San Diego is focused on illegal marijuana coming in through Tijuana and other border towns. Many people are very surprised to learn that there has been a dramatic increase in arrests for drug smuggling in San Diego County.

Southern California is known as the hub of the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industry. There are many FDA and non FDA drug trials offered by start-up companies. Some of these drug trials are name brand drugs, while others are newly designed cutting edge formulas. No matter if the drugs are cutting edge or time tested, one thing remains the same: the DEA will still monitor the movement of these drugs and prosecute individuals who abuse them.

Many of the narcotics, depressants and stimulants manufactured for legitimate medical use are subject to abuse and have therefore been brought under legal control. Under federal law, all businesses which manufacture or distribute controlled drugs, all health professionals entitled to dispense, administer or prescribe them, and all pharmacies entitled to fill prescriptions must register with the DEA. Registrants must comply with a series of regulatory requirements relating to drug security, records accountability, and adherence to standards.

If you or a loved one has been charged with illegal distribution or sale of prescription drugs in San Diego or the surrounding counties, call the experienced San Diego federal drug attorneys at Wallin & Klarich immediately. Our attorneys have over 30 years of experience in defending those facing jail sentences for alleged drug violations and have the skills to aggressively fight for your rights. The attorneys at Wallin & Klarich can be reached by phone at 1-877-230-1529 or through our website at www.wklaw.com. We will be there when you call.