Minnesota § 151.46 - PROHIBITED DRUG PURCHASES OR RECEIPT
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 151.46 — PROHIBITED DRUG PURCHASES OR RECEIPT, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 151.46. PROHIBITED DRUG PURCHASES OR RECEIPT
It is unlawful for any person to knowingly purchase or receive a prescription drug from a source other than a person or entity licensed under the laws of the state, except where otherwise provided. Licensed wholesale drug distributors and licensed third-party logistics providers shall not dispense or distribute drugs directly to patients. A person violating the provisions of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor.
History:
1990 c 526 s 9; 1990 c 568 art 2 s 24; 1Sp2019 c 9 art 10 s 45
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 151.46
What does Minnesota Statutes § 151.46 cover?
Section 151.46 ("PROHIBITED DRUG PURCHASES OR RECEIPT") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 151.46?
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Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
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