What counts as a prescription drug crime in LR,
Arkansas?

Prescription drug charges can stem from a wide range of conduct. Common cases involve:

• Possession of a controlled substance without a valid prescription

• Forging or altering a prescription

• Doctor shopping (getting multiple prescriptions from different doctors)

• Selling or distributing prescription medication without a license

Arkansas law classifies many prescription drugs—like Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Xanax, and Adderall—as controlled substances under the Arkansas Controlled Substances Act. That means you can face felony-level charges even if the medication was originally prescribed to someone you know.

When most people think of drug crimes, they picture illegal street drugs. But in Arkansas, prescription drug charges can carry equally severe consequences—especially when the allegations involve fraud, forgery, or unauthorized possession. At Ludwig Law Firm, we want you to know exactly what you're up against and how we approach these cases with a trial-ready mindset.

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How are these charges classified?

In Arkansas, the classification depends on the type and amount of the drug. For example:

What penalties are you facing?

If convicted, you could face the following:

• Class D Felony: Up to 6 years in prison and a fine up to $10,000

• Class C Felony: 3 to 10 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines

• Class B Felony: 5 to 20 years in prison

These are not "slap on the wrist" charges, like we address in our minimum drug sentencing blog. Prosecutors often pursue these cases aggressively, especially when opioid-related. You may also face collateral consequences like license suspension or the loss of federal aid.

Why your choice of lawyer matters

We believe every case deserves trial-level preparation. Prosecutors know which lawyers are ready to go the distance. If you hire a lawyer who negotiates every case, you're not putting pressure on the state. But when you choose Ludwig Law Firm, you're sending a message: you're ready to fight.

We prep every case like it’s going to trial, and we also partner with firms like Warden Law Firm, known for their aggressive pre-trial motion practice. Together, we offer a full spectrum defense strategy.

Learn more about how to choose a criminal defense lawyer in Arkansas.

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