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Latest revision as of 11:59, 18 February 2025

Smuggling is the illegal transportation of objects, substances, information or people, such as out of a house or buildings, into a prison, or across an international border, in violation of applicable laws or other regulations.

Types of smuggling[edit]

There are various types of smuggling, including drug smuggling, weapon smuggling, and human smuggling. Smuggling can also involve the illegal export of wildlife or cultural artifacts.

Drug smuggling[edit]

Drug smuggling involves the transportation of illegal substances, such as narcotics, across borders. This is often done to evade taxes or to sell substances that are illegal in certain countries.

Weapon smuggling[edit]

Weapon smuggling involves the illegal transportation of weapons, such as guns or explosives, across borders. This is often done to supply armed groups or individuals in countries where these weapons are illegal or heavily regulated.

Human smuggling[edit]

Human smuggling involves the illegal transportation of people across borders. This is often done to evade immigration controls or to exploit people for labor or sex trafficking.

Smuggling methods[edit]

Smugglers use a variety of methods to transport their goods. These can include hiding goods in vehicles or luggage, using tunnels or other secret routes, or using bribery or corruption to evade detection.

Legal aspects[edit]

Smuggling is a crime in most jurisdictions, and is often associated with other crimes such as fraud, theft, or trafficking. Penalties for smuggling can include fines, imprisonment, and confiscation of smuggled goods.

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