The DNCD's many successful operations and investigations were evidence of its growing independence and increasing strength as an organization. Limited resources will, however, keep it dependent on the USG for air and maritime support and intelligence and analytical assistance. The DNCD and the military have done an excellent job of sharing information with the USG and battling drug trafficking along the southwest and east coasts and in the Santo Domingo area. The GODR is, however, unable to provide adequate coverage for the interior or the border with Haiti. The counter-drug efforts of the air force and navy have been limited by their lack of resources for fuel and spare parts.
Official corruption is endemic.
Attempts to convict traffickers and seize assets continue to be undermined by long court delays and poorly trained prosecutors and judges. As in previous years, corruption has played a role in dismissals of a number of drug trafficking cases and in the premature release of convicted traffickers. In some cases the DNCD was able to prevent such action. The GODR does not encourage, facilitate, or engage in drug trafficking or money laundering, and no evidence exists to show that senior government officials are involved in drug trafficking or money laundering. Both the GODR and the public openly discuss corruption and the need for judicial reform.