Customs Operations Functions Quiz

Preventing smuggling and other customs fraud.

Deploying civilian and military personnel to prevent smuggling and fraud.

Issuing arrest warrants in administrative and criminal customs procedures.

Facilitating and regulating the movement of people and vehicles within the customs area.

Communicating with other government and non-government agencies to enforce customs laws.

Supervising the activities of intelligence officers, such as investigations into economic espionage, sabotage, and violations.

Apprehending or detaining criminals and confiscating their property.

Enforcing laws and order on planes at the airport within the customs areas to protect life, property, and revenue; controlling the flow of traffic within the customs area.

Using past information and intelligence to identify evolving patterns and plan future operations/ proactive measures to address general or specific cases.

Methods of smuggling include swallowing and concealing items.