Brenda Brown-Carlson
Portland, OR veterinarian. Pleaded guilty in Multnomah County Circuit Court (January 2026) to 1 felony count of attempted animal neglect in the 2nd degree, 1 felony count of tampering with drug records, and 2 felony counts of computer crimes after diverting controlled substances meant for animals and replacing them with saline.
Her conduct affected the treatment of more than 200 animals at two clinics, according to the DEA. Sentenced to 60 months of supervised probation, plus restrictions barring her from working for animal-treatment businesses or providing veterinary care during probation. Originally indicted by a Multnomah County grand jury on 14 felony tampering counts, 13 felony computer crime counts, and 2 felony animal-neglect counts.
60 months (5 years) supervised probation + occupational ban.
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