DEA Serves Search Warrants On Physicians & Pharmacies Connected To San Diego Chargers & Padres

The Los Angeles Times reported today that U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agents served 10 search warrants on June 29, 2010 on physicians and pharmacies affiliated with the San Diego Padres baseball and San Diego Chargers football teams. According to the article which cited unnamed federal authorities, the agents were checking the records of controlled substances, which physicians and pharmacies are required to maintain under law.There are currently no criminal or administrative charges, but the investigation is ongoing, said Amy Roderick, DEA spokeswoman in San Diego. The article can be found at: DEA serves search warrants on doctors, pharmacies connected to San Diego Chargers, Padres [Updated] Attorney Commentary: For the physicians and pharmarcies who were served with search warrants, this is the opportune moment for them to do everything they can to avoid any criminal or administrative charges or fines. There are record keeping requirements that the DEA imposes and it is critical to have an organized response to the warrants and any subpoenas or inspections. Posted by Tracy Green, Esq. Any questions should be directed to Tracy Green, a very experienced Los Angeles physician attorney and Los Angeles health care attorney. You can email her at tgreen@greenassoc.com or call her at 213-233-2261. Green and Associates is located at 801 South Figueroa Street #1200, Los Angeles, CA 90017. The firm focuses its practice on the representation of licensed professionals, individuals and businesses in civil, business, administrative and criminal proceedings. They have a specialty in representing health care providers and physicians in California and throughout the country. Their website is: http://www.greenassoc.com/

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