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controlled substance
noun
- any of a category of behavior-altering or addictive drugs, as heroin or cocaine, whose possession and use are restricted by law.
Word History and Origins
Origin of controlled substance1
Example Sentences
Justice Department after allegations that the pharmacy chain illegally filled millions of invalid prescriptions for opioids and other controlled substances.
‘The Sixth Sense’ star Haley Joel Osment has been released after his recent arrest in Mammoth Lakes on suspicion of public intoxication and possession of an unidentified controlled substance.
The 37-year-old “Blink Twice” and “The Sixth Sense” star was arrested April 8 on suspicion of public intoxication and possession of an unidentified controlled substance in Mammoth Lakes, according to People and TMZ.
Gomez is currently in federal custody facing three counts of possession for sale of a controlled substance and one count of sale, transportation or offer to sell a controlled substance.
Hurtado was booked on suspicion of felony animal cruelty, felony possession of a controlled substance and violation of federal laws protecting marine mammals.
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