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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Man accused of possessing prescription drugs

A local man has been accused of having prescription drugs without a prescription.

Matthew Smith, 23, was charged Monday with unlawful possession of prescription drugs and controlled-substance violation.

Iowa City police officers conducted a search at Smith’s residence. During the search, officials allegedly located numerous kinds of prescription drugs in Smith’s bedroom. No valid prescription was located for the prescription pills, the police complaint said.

Officials also located marijuana, a digital scale, and U.S. currency in Smith’s bedroom.

Unlawful possession of prescription drugs is a serious misdemeanor. Controlled-substance violation is a Class-D felony.

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