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Original Date Announced
January 4, 2018CBP directive provides guidance for searching, reviewing, retaining, and sharing information contained in electronic devices. It distinguishes between "basic" and "advanced" searches. An advanced search, permitted if CBP has reasonable suspicion of unlawful activity or national security concerns, allows review, copying and analyzing content. [ID #292]
Border Search of Electronic Devices -
Effective Date
January 4, 2018
Current Status
Fully in EffectOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status:
Final/Actual
Trump Administration Action:
Agency Directive
Subject Matter:
Border
Agencies Affected:
CBP
Associated or Derivative Policies
Pre Trump-Era Policies
- August 20, 2009 The prior CBP directive did not distinguish between basic and advanced searches. CBP Directive 3340-049 Border Search of Electronic Devices Containing Information
Documents
Trump-Era Policy Documents
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