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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 DevicesEffective Date
January 4, 2018Current Status
Fully in EffectOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status: Final/ActualTrump Administration Action: Agency DirectiveSubject Matter: BorderAgencies Affected: CBPAssociated or Derivative Policies
Pre Trump-Era Policies
- August 20, 2009 The prior CBP directive did not distinguish between basic and advanced searches. Go to article on dhs.gov
Documents
Trump-Era Policy Documents
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New Policy
Original Source:
CBP Directive 3340-049A Border Search of Electronic Devices