Georgia Doc Stripped of Drug Handling Rights by DEA
Published Date: 3/27/2025
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Summary
Dr. Harvey Leslie from Georgia lost his medical license earlier this year, so the DEA is officially taking away his permission to handle controlled substances. Since he didn’t ask for a hearing, the DEA’s decision is final, meaning he can no longer prescribe or manage these drugs. This change is immediate and affects Dr. Leslie’s ability to work with controlled medicines, with no money or appeals left on the table.
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DEA revokes Dr. Leslie's registration
The DEA revoked Harvey Leslie, M.D.'s Certificate of Registration No. FL2241305, effective April 28, 2025. Because his Georgia medical license was revoked on February 9, 2024, he no longer may prescribe, administer, dispense, or otherwise handle controlled substances.
Pending DEA applications denied in Georgia
The DEA denied any pending applications by Harvey Leslie, M.D. to renew or modify Certificate No. FL2241305 and denied any pending applications for additional registration in Georgia. This denial is effective as part of the Order that takes effect April 28, 2025.
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