Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
Title 19 - Customs Duties |
Chapter I - U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security; Department of the Treasury |
Part 162 - Inspection, Search, and Seizure |
Subpart B - Search Warrants |
§ 162.11 - Authority to procure warrants.
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§ 162.11 Authority to procure warrants.
Customs officers are authorized to procure search warrants under the provisions of section 595, Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1595). However, a Customs officer who is lawfully on any premises and is able to identify merchandise which has been imported contrary to law may seize such merchandise without a warrant. If merchandise is in a building on the boundary, see § 123.71 of this chapter.