If you live in a foreign country, you have under their own laws and under their jurisdiction. You can be stopped by actions overseas, the May or statutory or as minor violations of the USA. Familiarize yourself with legal expectations in the country you are visiting. Country specific information about the unusual types of arrests, particularly those if necessary.
Some of the crimes for which U.S. citizens were abroad are the following:
Violations of the drug
More than 1 / 3 of U.S. citizens are arrested abroad on drug charges. Some countries make no distinction between the possession and transport, and many people have mandatory sentences – even for possession of a small quantity of marijuana or cocaine. A number of Americans were for possession of drugs, particularly tranquilizers and amphetamines, which they have lawfully acquired incidentally. Others were for the purchase of drugs abroad in quantities that local authorities were suspected of being a commercial use. Where there is doubt about the health, law, local authorities or the nearest embassy or consulate of the United States.
Possession of firearms
The places where U.S. citizens most often difficulties in illegal possession of firearms in the vicinity – Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean. The penalties for possession of firearms in Mexico can contain up to 30 years. In general, the weapons, even those who are legally in the United States can not enter a country, unless it is informed in advance at the embassy or consulate of the country and the ‘gun will be with foreign authorities on arrival. (Note: There are strict rules about firearms or ammunition in the U.S., please contact the U.S. Customs prior to your trip.
Photography
In many countries can be held for the photography in the field of institutions, objects, such as the police and military facilities, public buildings, border areas and facilities for transportation. If in doubt, for permission before using photos.
Antiques Shopping
The Americans were used to purchase souvenirs, or the air with antiques, and the local customs authorities which believed were national treasures. This is especially true in Turkey, Egypt, Thailand and Mexico. Familiarize yourself with all of local antiquities. In countries with a strict control of antiques, document that the reproduction of purchase, if this is the case, or whether they are genuine guarantee of an export permit (often museum). It is a good idea, on the export of these articles before purchase.
The rules before you go. Do your homework and learn the laws and customs of the countries you visit. Stay out of jail and have a great holiday.