Also known as GO-1, the order is based upon Islamic law and Arabic customs that prohibit or restrict certain activities that are generally permissible in western societies. In the past year, violators have received Article 15 punishments and letters of reprimand. Other areas, such as those affecting Internet use and magazines, have some people scratching their heads. Sexually explicit material shows skin between the neck and the knees. Explicit or pornographic cartoons can also be considered violations of GO-1.
Enforcement is a joint effort.
Saudi customs officials can find contraband and inform the Air Force-run post office. From there, Air Force legal officials and security forces investigators are called in to assess the situation. Communication squadrons track Internet surfing trends. Even special agents from the Air Force Office of Special Investigations can be called in for certain types of offenses, Wirtanen said. 1. Possession, manufacture, importation, distribution, or consumption of alcohol anywhere in Saudi Arabia or Kuwait.