Loss or theft of controlled drugs must be reported to the DEA within how many days?

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Loss or theft of controlled drugs must be reported to the DEA within how many days?

Prompt reporting of loss or theft of controlled substances is required to help authorities prevent diversion and aid investigations. The rule is to notify the DEA within one business day of discovering the loss or theft, typically using DEA Form 106. If the loss is discovered after hours, report by the next business day. This timeframe is the standard expected, and reporting later (such as within 14 or 30 days) does not meet the requirement. In many cases, you should also inform local law enforcement as required by state law, but the DEA deadline is one business day from discovery.

Prompt reporting of loss or theft of controlled substances is required to help authorities prevent diversion and aid investigations. The rule is to notify the DEA within one business day of discovering the loss or theft, typically using DEA Form 106. If the loss is discovered after hours, report by the next business day. This timeframe is the standard expected, and reporting later (such as within 14 or 30 days) does not meet the requirement. In many cases, you should also inform local law enforcement as required by state law, but the DEA deadline is one business day from discovery.

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