Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Doctor Accused of Trading Prescriptions for Sexual Favors
A doctor named Ritesh Kalra is in trouble.
He's accused of giving patients strong medicine, like oxycodone, not because they needed it, but in exchange for sexual favors.
He also charged for appointments and counseling sessions that never happened.
If found guilty, he could go to jail for a long time.
Kalra's lawyer denies the allegations, but the authorities say he broke the law and endangered his patients by fueling addiction and abusing his position.
Now he has to stay home and close his medical practice while the case continues.
Ritesh Kalra, an Indian-origin doctor, has been charged with distributing drugs without medical purpose.
Kalra allegedly issued high-dose prescriptions for sexual favors and billed for fake appointments.
He faces charges of illegal drug distribution and healthcare fraud.
Kalra appeared in court and was released on home incarceration with a $1,000,000 bond.
If convicted, Kalra could face up to 20 years in prison per drug distribution charge.
- Who
- Ritesh Kalra, an Indian-origin doctor.
- What
- A doctor, Ritesh Kalra, is charged with distributing drugs without medical need and healthcare fraud.
- When
- Between January 2019 and February 2025
- Where
- New Jersey
- Why
- Kalra allegedly exchanged prescriptions for sexual favors and committed healthcare fraud for personal gain.
Prosecution's View
Defense View
Guilt
Prosecution's View
Kalra violated the law and exploited patients.
Defense View
Kalra's lawyer denies the allegations.
- Defendant
- Ritesh Kalra
- Charges
- Illegal drug distribution and healthcare fraud
- Location
- New Jersey
- Bond
- $1,000,000 unsecured bond
- Potential Prison Time
- Up to 20 years per drug charge, 10 years per fraud charge