United States Files Suit Against Dr. Kerri Zavota and Veterinary Emergency Center of East Volusia for Alleged Violations of Controlled Substances Act

Source: United States Department of Justice Criminal Division

Orlando, Florida – The United States has filed an eleven-count civil lawsuit in federal district court against Dr. Kerri Zavota, a veterinarian practicing in Volusia County, and her clinic, Veterinary Emergency Center of East Volusia, L.L.C., alleging violations of the Controlled Substances Act. Dr. Zavota is alleged to have failed to track and record handling and dispensing of controlled substances, including fentanyl and other dangerous drugs.