Doctor Shopping Lawyer in Upper Marlboro

Maryland authorities treat doctor shopping cases with significant gravity, pursuing criminal charges that can result in substantial fines, imprisonment and permanent criminal records. When facing such accusations, you need a dedicated attorney. 

With the Law Offices of Thomas C. Mooney, you receive decades of trial experience in your defense, led by Maryland’s 2011 Trial Lawyer of the Year. Our Upper Marlboro-based firm serves clients throughout Prince George’s County, Charles County, Montgomery County and Howard County with aggressive representation that has earned national recognition. Dial 301-579-3429 today to build a strong defense strategy. 

How Maryland Defines Doctor Shopping

Maryland law considers doctor shopping a criminal act when individuals deliberately seek prescriptions from multiple physicians without informing each provider about existing prescriptions for the same or similar controlled substances. The prosecution must prove intentional deception rather than simple miscommunication between health care providers. 

Common elements prosecutors focus on include: 

• Visiting multiple doctors within short time frames for similar complaints
• Failing to disclose existing prescriptions during medical appointments
• Using different pharmacies to fill prescriptions
• Providing false information about medical history or current medications
• Traveling significant distances to visit unfamiliar health care providers

Maryland courts examine the totality of circumstances when determining criminal intent. Our defense team uses the right strategies to identify weaknesses in their case against you. 

Our Comprehensive Defense Strategy

Our firm does not accept plea agreements without thoroughly investigating every angle of your case. Our approach mirrors our trial preparation philosophy. We build every defense as if heading to court, which strengthens our negotiating position when favorable plea opportunities arise. 

Our defense strategies often include:

• Challenging the prosecution’s ability to prove criminal intent
• Demonstrating legitimate medical necessity for multiple prescriptions
• Exposing gaps in medical record documentation
• Identifying prescription errors or miscommunications between health care providers. 

Overall, we examine whether law enforcement followed proper procedures during their investigation and worked to suppress any evidence obtained through constitutional violations. 

 

Call Us Today The legal system does not consider your lack of prior arrests or good intentions once doctor shopping charges are filed. Contact the Law Offices of Thomas C. Mooney today via 301-579-3429 or through the online contact form for your free consultation. No fee unless we win.