Prescription Forgery Defense Lawyers in Nashville
Tennessee Prescription Forgery Laws
Many people who are charged with using a forged prescription to obtain drugs have never been in trouble with the law before. They simply became dependent on a drug that was legally prescribed to them. After the prescription ran out, they obtained the drug by other means.
May McKinney has a long and impressive track record defending people charged with prescription drug crimes. We have almost 80 years of collective legal experience and work as a team to resolve our clients’ cases in their best interests. If you or a family member has been arrested on charges of obtaining a drug using a forged prescription, turn to us for experienced counsel and advice.
We offer a confidential consultation to discuss your options. Call our Nashville prescription forgery attorneys today at (615) 265-6383.
Punishment for Prescription Forgery in Tennessee
The most commonly forged prescriptions are for opiate-based drugs such as OxyContin, Percocet, and Vicodin. Even if a drug can be legally prescribed by a physician, you can be charged with a felony for attempting to obtain the drug without a valid prescription.
Illegal ways to obtain a prescription drug include:
- Acquiring the drug from a person who has a valid prescription
- Forging a doctor's signature on a physician's drug pad
- Creating a counterfeit prescription
- Doctor shopping
Experienced Prescription Drug Defense in Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin & Mount Juliet
If this is the first time you have had to deal with the criminal justice system, you may be tempted to plead guilty just to put the case behind you. Unfortunately, if you plead guilty, you will be tagged a criminal record that will affect you for the rest of your life.
When you work with May McKinney, our Nashville prescription forgery defense attorneys will keep the focus of your case on treatment for drug addiction rather than punishment. We are experienced in defending nurses and other medical professionals who have been arrested for using forged prescriptions to obtain drugs.
For more information about prescription fraud defense in Tennessee, contact our Nashville prescription forgery lawyers at (615) 265-6383. We are standing by to see how we can assist you.
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"So grateful"Can't say enough good things about Rob and his team. I have used him on 2 or 3 occasions in different areas of law, He provided us with a caring , comforting atmosphere and explained all aspects of the steps necessary to achieve our desired outcome. Will highly recommend Mr. McKinney in whatever aspect of what the problem is . You will not regret it.- Donna Pearson
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"No Nonsense, Willful & Determined"My reputation is restored thanks to Ms. Riddle and May McKinney.- Mark
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"Incredibly helpful"This was my first experience ever being accused of a crime and I was very nervous and scared. Rob and his staff were incredibly helpful, answering all of my questions and putting my mind at ease throughout the process. In the end, we were able to get everything dismissed successfully. Although in the grand scheme, my case was a relatively minor one, Rob always was there to help and it was clear that his knowledge and experience would be hard to find anywhere else. I would absolutely recommend Rob and his team to anyone looking for a defense attorney.- SA
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"Do not give up hope"Words cannot express my gratitude and appreciation to Rob McKinney and his entire law firm. This was my first experience with needing legal representation. After speaking with other attorneys, I was told that there was not much they could be do for me. I was fully aware that the odds were stacked against me and I was losing hope. Mr. McKinney told me that he would fight for me and that is exactly what he did. I could not have asked for a better outcome. I highly recommend this firm- Anonymous
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"Appreciative of Your Kindness"I feel very blessed and appreciative for your kindness.- Audrey
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"Best Case Scenario"If you’re looking for a firm who knows how to handle a DUI/DWI case, give Shyanne a call.- Satisfied Client
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"Forever Grateful"Thank you for helping me to not only resolve a recent legal matter, but also pointing me in the direction of freedom from a past criminal record. I am clean and free, and I have a clear record for the first time in 12 years.- Rachel
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"On more than one occasion, you treated me like kin. It meant more than you both will ever know."On more than one occasion, you treated me like kin. It meant more than you both will ever know.- Satisfied Client
