§ 1317.55 - Reverse distributor and distributor acquisition of controlled substances from collectors or law enforcement.

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A reverse distributor is authorized to acquire controlled substances from law enforcement that collected the substances from ultimate users. A reverse distributor is authorized to acquire controlled substances collected through a collection receptacle in accordance with §§ 1317.75 and 1317.80.

A distributor is authorized to acquire controlled substances collected through a collection receptacle in accordance with §§ 1317.75 and 1317.80.

A reverse distributor or a distributor that acquires controlled substances in accordance with paragraph (a) or (b) of this section shall:

Acquire the controlled substances in the manner authorized for reverse distributors in § 1317.15(b)(1) and (2);

Dispose of the controlled substances in the manner authorized for reverse distributors § 1317.15(c) and (d); and

Securely store the controlled substances in a manner consistent with the security requirements for Schedule II controlled substances until timely destruction can occur.