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Japan is a popular tourist destination for its affordable and effective medicine. However, Australia has strict regulations on importing medicine, and getting caught with drugs can have serious consequences.
What are the rules for bringing medicine to Australia legally?
Some drugs that are legal in Japan are illegal in Australia, and vice versa. If you are planning on bringing medicine from Japan to Australia, it is important to check the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website to see if the medicine is legal in Australia. You can also contact the TGA directly for more information.
The Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) allows you to bring a three-month supply of prescription medicine into Australia for personal use. For over-the-counter medicine, you can bring a two-month supply.
If you are bringing more than a three-month supply of prescription medicine, you will need to apply for a permit from the TGA. You can do this online or by mail.
It is important to note that the TGA may refuse your application for a permit if they believe that you are bringing the medicine into Australia for commercial purposes.
What Happens If You Get Caught by Customs?
If you are caught by customs with medicine that is not legal in Australia, you could face serious consequences. You could be arrested and charged with drug trafficking, which is a serious offense. If convicted, you could face a prison sentence of up to 25 years.
In addition to the criminal charges, you could also be fined a significant amount of money. You could also be banned from entering Australia in the future.
The specific charges and sentence you face will depend on the type of medicine you are caught with, the amount of medicine you have, and your criminal history.
However, some of the possible charges you could face include:
- Importing a prohibited drug
- Importing a controlled drug
- Drug trafficking
The possible sentences for these offenses range from a fine to a prison sentence of up to 25 years.
If you have any questions about drug charges, please contact us immediately. Our drug offence lawyers are more than happy to answer any related legal questions for you.
*Disclaimer: This document is only general guidance and cannot be regarded as a specific answer to your individual questions. The law is complicated, and we strongly recommend that you seek professional legal advice. Canaan Lawyers will not be liable for any loss or damage caused by any person due to the information contained or missing in the document.