DRUG FACT SHEET
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Hallucinogen

LSD

January 22, 2025
Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) is a potent hallucinogen that has a high potential for abuse and currently has no accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.
January 22, 2025
DRUG FACT SHEET
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Cannabis

Marijuana

January 22, 2025
Mind-altering psychoactive drug. Dry, shredded, green/brown mix of flowers, stems, seeds and leaves from the cannabis sativa plant. THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) is the main ingredient that produces the psychoactive effect. Addictive.
January 22, 2025
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Orlando Man Pleads Guilty to Methamphetamine Distribution

… to Methamphetamine Distribution January 31, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Georgia Meth and Fentanyl Dealer Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison

… to 10 Years in Federal Prison January 31, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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California Man Sentenced to Prison for Transporting Narcotics Through the Orlando Airport

… Through the Orlando Airport January 31, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Florida Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Distributing Meth

… to 25 Years for Distributing Meth January 31, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Tampa Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Possession and Distribution Charges

… Possession and Distribution Charges January 29, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Winter Haven Meth Dealer Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison

… to 10 Years in Federal Prison January 29, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Career Special Agent Derek S. Maltz Appointed to Lead U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration

… Enforcement Administration January 21, 2025 Headquarters Contact Info Contact Us (202) 307-1000 (571) 776-2508 DEA … American to understand the threat we face and know exactly how DEA is working to protect you.” A proud public servant, …
EVENT
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Community Event
April 24, 2021
April 24, 2021

DEA Washington Division National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

6:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EDT)
Join the DEA Washington Division and our local law enforcement partners as we host the 20th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The DEA Washington Division and our partners will host collection sites to collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and...
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North Hollywood Woman Agrees to Plead Guilty to Federal Drug Charges, Including Selling Ketamine that Killed Actor Matthew Perry

… that Killed Actor Matthew Perry August 19, 2025 Los Angeles Contact Info Contact Us (213) 621-6700 (571) 387-5045 Rosa … Ruth Morales 213-604-2083 Ruth.M.Morales@dea.gov Division Contacts California Riverside - (951) 328-6000 Santa Ana - …
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Domestic Trafficker Imprisoned For Possessing Over 2,000 Counterfeit Pills

… Over 2,000 Counterfeit Pills July 23, 2025 Houston Contact Info Contact Us (713) 693-3000 … https://www.instagram.com/deahouston Houston Contacts Houston Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Jacksonville Beach Man Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Distribute Cocaine

… to Conspiracy to Distribute Cocaine October 27, 2023 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Pharmacist Pleads Guilty To Illegally Selling Millions Of Prescription Pills On The Internet

… Pills On The Internet September 06, 2017 New Jersey Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3700 862-849-9863 Timothy … 2nd Floor Newark , NJ 07102-4206 United States New Jersey Contacts New Jersey Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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Orlando Man Sentenced to 9 Years in Federal Prison on Cocaine and Ecstasy Charges

… on Cocaine and Ecstasy Charges January 25, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Prior Convicted Drug Trafficker Sentenced to More than 10 Years in Federal Prison on Meth Offense

… in Federal Prison on Meth Offense January 25, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Jacksonville Man Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Federal Prison for Selling Fentanyl

… Federal Prison for Selling Fentanyl January 19, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
GENERAL INFORMATION

Diversion Investigator Careers

January 22, 2025
… series position within the DEA. Diversion Investigators enforce the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and the Chemical … should be 20/40 (uncorrected or corrected with glasses or contact lenses). Near vision should be 20/25 and must be … Investigation, and comply with DEA's Drug Policy. How do I apply? Applications for Diversion Investigator …
January 22, 2025
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St. Paul Man Sentenced In Large Drug-Trafficking Operation

… Large Drug-Trafficking Operation November 26, 2012 Chicago Contact Info Contact Us (312) 353-7875 312-353-7875 Luis … Ste. 1200 Chicago , IL 60604-1745 United States Chicago Contacts Chicago Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Dark Web Narcotics Traffickers Plead Guilty to Conspiracy to Distribute Illegal Drugs in Exchange for Cryptocurrency

… in Exchange for Cryptocurrency September 09, 2021 New York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 … 99 10th Avenue New York , NY 10011 United States New York Contacts New York Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
STORY

It’s a New Year for a New Museum

January 12, 2022
… a virtual mission, inspect intriguing artifacts, and learn how DEA responds across the globe.  Children can participate … and become “Junior Special Agents.”  Everyone can learn how to be Agents of Change.  To book a tour or school field …
January 12, 2022
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Communities Nationwide Join DEA and its Partners to Safely Dispose of 571,000 pounds of Unwanted Medications

… Communities Nationwide Join DEA and its Partners to Safely Dispose of 571,000 pounds of Unwanted Medications November 03, 2025 Los Angeles Contact Info Contact Us (213) 621-6700 (571) 387-5045 Rosa …
DRUG FACT SHEET
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Depressants

Rohypnol

January 25, 2025
Rohypnol® is a trade name for flunitrazepam, a CNS depressant that belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. Flunitrazepam is also marketed as generic preparations and other trade name products outside of the United States. Like other benzodiazepines, Rohypnol® produces sedative-hypnotic, anti-anxiety, and muscle relaxant effects. This drug...
January 25, 2025
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Two Individuals Charged with Cocaine Offenses

… Charged with Cocaine Offenses January 12, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Brevard County Man Indicted for Possessing Cocaine With Intent to Distribute

… Cocaine With Intent to Distribute January 12, 2024 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - … North Commerce Parkway Miami , FL 33326 United States Miami Contacts Miami Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Five Plead Guilty to Drug, Firearms, and Immigration Offenses

… and Immigration Offenses July 30, 2024 New Orleans Contact Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public … Lakeway Center New Orleans , LA United States New Orleans Contacts New Orleans Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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Lead Defendant Pleads Guilty in Waycross-Area Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

… Drug Trafficking Conspiracy July 29, 2022 Atlanta Contact Info Contact Us (404) 893-7000 571-362-3458 … States https://www.instagram.com/deaatlantadiv/ Atlanta Contacts Atlanta Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Daniel C. Comeaux named Special Agent in Charge of the Houston Division

… in Charge of the Houston Division March 01, 2021 Houston Contact Info Contact Us (713) 693-3000 … https://www.instagram.com/deahouston Houston Contacts Houston Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Mexican National Sentenced to 5 ½ Years for Fentanyl Trafficking

… to 5 ½ Years for Fentanyl Trafficking June 17, 2025 Chicago Contact Info Contact Us (312) 353-7875 312-353-7875 Luis … Ste. 1200 Chicago , IL 60604-1745 United States Chicago Contacts Chicago Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
EVENT
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Community Event
August 08, 2020
August 08, 2020

Let's Ride! Cycling to Crush Drugs

3:30 AM - 8:00 AM (EDT)
St. Charles, MO
The Drug Enforcement Administration St. Louis Division will join the St. Charles, Missouri, Kiwanis on Aug. 8 for “Cycling for Our Children,” as a sponsor to the bike ride that supports youth drug education. The bike ride is a fundraiser that supports Addiction is Real, a non-profit organization whose mission...