Heroin

Also known as

• White, Smack, Junk, Powder, Putih, Medicine, Ubat

Description

• Heroin is a powerful and very addictive drug that comes in granular, powder or solution form. Heroin No. 4 is white in colour while Heroin No. 3 is more yellowish.

• Heroin abusers feel dull and tired very easily. They cannot work properly as they are not able to concentrate.

• "Chasing the Dragon", a common method of abuse used by Heroin abusers here, involves heating the Heroin powder and sniffing the fumes through a rolled note.

Effects and dangers

• Lowered heart rate and respiration

• Damage to lungs, kidneys and liver

• Dull feeling and tiredness

• Difficulty in concentrating

• Constipation

Withdrawal symptoms

• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

• Watery eyes and runny nose

• Irritable and jittery feelings

• Tremors and bodily cramps

• Chills and sweating

• Diarrhoea and vomiting

Penalties

Possession of Heroin:

• Less than 10 grammes – Up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment or a fine of $20,000 or both

• Between 10 grammes and 15 grammes – At least 10 years of imprisonment and 5 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 20 years of imprisonment and 10 strokes of the cane

• More than 15 grammes – At least 20 years of imprisonment and 10 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 30 years of imprisonment and 15 strokes of the cane

Consumption of Heroin:

• At least 1 year of imprisonment, up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment with a maximum fine of $20,000

Illegal traffic, import or export of diamorphine:

• Less than 10 grammes – At least 5 years of imprisonment and 5 strokes of the cane

• Between 10 grammes and 15 grammes: At least 20 years of imprisonment and 15 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 30 years of imprisonment or imprisonment for life and 15 strokes of the cane

• More than 15 grammes – May face the death penalty