is it illgal to purchase sudaphed for someone else. In the state of arkansas
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is it illgal to purchase sudaphed for someone else. In the state of arkansas
Asked on May 9, 2009 under Criminal Law, Arkansas
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
You don't give many facts here. For instance, are you purchasing over-the-counter? If so, in large quantities? Are you purchasing a prescription for Sudafed? If so, do you do so repeatedly for others? Without more facts it's hard to give a definitive answer.
But know this, since Sudafed can be used as an ingredient to manufacture crystal meth, your activities might get you into trouble. Obviously, purchasing the medication for the purpose of meth production is illegal. But in Arkansas, as well as most states, both the resale of legally acquired prescription medicines as well as the illegal trafficking of pharmaceutical drugs are subject to prosecution. Persons charged with dealing prescription drugs face potentially severe penalties, including hefty fines not to mention lengthy prison terms.
I don't know exactly what you have in mind. So tread carefully. If you want to purchase Sudafed for a no good purpose you are opening yourself up to a world of hurt.
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Is sudafed an over the counter medicine? Then I don't see an issue. Or it is prescription and let's say you are purchasing for a family member and present the family member's card and personal information because the family member is not present? That in and of itself is not illegal either.
So really not sure what the real question is. Hope at least this helps a little.
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