Vet Loses DEA License: No More Controlled Critter Care
Published Date: 3/20/2025
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Summary
Dr. Linwood A. Starks, a veterinarian from Texas, lost his DEA registration because he no longer has permission to handle controlled substances in Texas. Despite being given chances to respond, he didn’t defend himself, so the DEA officially revoked his registration. This means he can’t legally prescribe or handle certain drugs anymore, effective immediately, impacting his veterinary practice and any related business.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
DEA Registration Revoked for Dr. Starks
Dr. Linwood A. Starks, D.V.M.'s DEA Certificate of Registration No. FS5936919 is revoked effective April 21, 2025. That means he cannot legally prescribe, dispense, or handle controlled substances in connection with his veterinary practice.
Pending Registration Applications Denied
Any pending applications by Linwood A. Starks to renew or modify his DEA registration, and any other pending application for additional registration in Texas, are denied as of the order. This denial is part of the same order effective April 21, 2025.
State License Suspension Triggers DEA Revocation
Under 21 U.S.C. 824(a)(3) and related provisions, if a practitioner's state license is suspended or revoked and they are not authorized to handle controlled substances in that state, the DEA may revoke the practitioner's federal registration. The order cites the Texas suspension effective January 6, 2023 as the basis for revocation.
Right to File Reconsideration within 15 Days
The order states the registrant may file a properly supported motion for reconsideration of the findings of fact within fifteen calendar days of the date of the Order, filed and served by email to the DEA Office of the Administrator.
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