Smuggling
Smuggling
Smuggling (/ˈsmʌɡlɪŋ/) 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.
Etymology
The word smuggling is derived from the Old Norse 'smjúga', meaning 'to sneak'. The term was first used in the early 17th century.
Types of Smuggling
There are various types of smuggling, including Drug smuggling, Human smuggling, Weapon smuggling, and Wildlife smuggling. Each of these types involves the illegal transportation of specific goods or people.
Drug Smuggling
Drug smuggling involves the transportation of illegal substances such as narcotics and psychoactive drugs across borders. This is often done to evade laws and regulations prohibiting or limiting the possession, use, or distribution of these substances.
Human Smuggling
Human smuggling is the illegal transportation of people, typically across international borders, for the purposes of forced labor, sexual exploitation, or illegal immigration.
Weapon Smuggling
Weapon smuggling involves the illegal transportation of weapons, including firearms, explosives, and other dangerous devices, often across international borders.
Wildlife Smuggling
Wildlife smuggling involves the illegal transportation of live animals or animal products. This is often done to evade laws and regulations protecting endangered species or prohibiting the trade in certain types of animals.
Related Terms
- Contraband: Goods that are illegal to import or export.
- Black Market: An illegal market in which goods or currencies are bought and sold in violation of rationing or controls.
- Trafficking: The illegal trade in goods or people.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Smuggling
- Wikipedia's article - Smuggling
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