Is DOM legal in Aceh (Indonesia)?
- Legal status
- DOM (STP) is a Narkotika Golongan I substance under Indonesia's national Narcotics Law No. 35 of 2009, which applies in Aceh — the transposition of DOM's individual Schedule I listing under the 1971 UN Convention.
- Consequences if caught
- National narcotics penalties apply, up to the death penalty for major trafficking; in Aceh related conduct may additionally draw sanctions under local Qanun.
- If prescribed or medical
- Golongan I: prohibited for therapy; not prescribable.
- Documentation
- Undang-Undang No. 35 Tahun 2009 tentang Narkotika, Golongan I (applied in Aceh).
Drug laws and enforcement change and vary within a country. This is not legal advice. Always confirm with Aceh (Indonesia)’s embassy or official drug authority before traveling; penalties can be severe, including imprisonment.
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