Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 480 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY
Chapter 480-8 - PRISON CLINIC PHARMACIES
Rule 480-8-.08 - Drugs from Outside Sources
Drugs from outside sources shall include, but not be limited to, drugs brought to the facility by inmates. All such drugs shall be subject to all the rules and regulations promulgated by the Board. The Director of Pharmacy shall establish written policies and procedures relating to drugs brought into the institution. Administration shall be pursuant to an authorized practitioner's order only. If such drugs are not to be administered, the medication shall be destroyed by the Director of Pharmacy or qualified designee as required by law. Nothing in this section shall prohibit another method of accomplishing the intent of this section provided such method is approved by an agent of the Board of Pharmacy and documentation of approval is maintained.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 26-4-37, 26-4-27, 26-4-28, 26-4-60.