Car hire in Indonesia - Criminal Penalties

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Criminal Penalties

CRIMINAL PENALTIES: With regard to visa violations, the Indonesians have detained people for conducting business, academic, or other non-tourist activities while in tourist visa status. Penalties for such immigration/visa violations incur a prison sentence of up to 5 years and a fine of 25 million Rp. We encourage you to contact the Embassy or Consulate General of Indonesia, whichever is nearest to you, should you have visa questions.

While in a foreign country, a U.S. citizen is subject to that country's laws and regulations, which sometimes differ significantly from those in the United States and may not afford the protections available to the individual under U.S. law. Penalties for breaking the law can be more severe than in the United States for similar offenses. Persons violating Indonesian laws, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested or imprisoned. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Indonesia are strict and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines. The death sentence can be given in cases of drug trafficking, and one U.S. citizen was given a life sentence for trafficking.