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Dentist Sentenced For Unlawfully Distributing Opioids That Caused Patient’s Death

A Kentucky dentist was sentenced today to 20 years in prison for his unlawful prescribing of opioids, including morphine that caused the death of one of his patients.

Read more on www.justice.gov

Action Details

  • Date:May 10, 2024
  • Agency:U.S. Department of Justice
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions