CBP OBT Exam 7 Searches explained
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
NEW UPDATE
What is the purpose of risk targeting? - To identify and eliminate.
What are the risk targeting resources? - TECS, Biometrics, ATS, APIS, ATS-QQ,
Teams, Technology, SIMGA/Targeting Framework.
What are the indicators for terrorism targeting in the passenger processing
environment? - Unusual travel patterns, fraudulent or multiple ID docs, declared and
undeclared money, behavioral cues, evidence of WME's, and images of possible
terrorist targets or activities.
What are the indicators for illicit currency transactions targeting in the passenger
processing environment? - Negotiable instruments, large currency sums, money orders,
wire transfer receipts, checks, stock certificates and bonds, blank account statements,
gems or precious medals, and account numbers.
What are indicators for narcotics targeting in the passenger processing environment? -
Traveling frequently to and from high risk source countries, traveling frequently with low
income, acting nervous or agitated, unexplained bulges on traveler, etc....
Which risk targeting resource should be used when TECS is unavailable? - ATS-QQ.
What are the sources of legal authority? - U.S. Constitution
U.S.C.
C.F.R.
CBP policies and directives
What is the hierarchy of laws? - U.S. Constitution
U.S.C.
C.F.R.
CBP policies and directives
What is the authority of CBP policy and directives? - They spell out specific procedures
to follow when exercising authority.
What are the steps for examining luggage and personal items? - Examine exterior
, Open luggage
Remove items
Check weight of empty bag
Examine interior
What are concealment methods used in luggage and personal items? - False
bottoms/sides
Wrapped inside items in luggage
Hidden in lining/frame
Hidden within extending handles
What are the questions you should ask before performing a baggage search? - Is this
your bag(s)?
Is everything in the bag yours?
Are you carrying anything for someone else?
Do you have all of your luggage?
What are indicators of concealed contraband? - Suspicious shapes
Excessive weight
Tampering or damage
Fresh paint, new hardware or other repairs
Bags within bags
Traveler resistance to luggage search
What is the purpose of testimony? - For the witness to tell the judge and jury what they
know.
Is one kind of evidence used to resolve issues.
What are the steps necessary to prepare for courtroom testimony? - Review facts
thoroughly.
Meet with the prosecutor to prepare for your court. appearance.
Confirm all the details of your appearance in court.
What is the purpose of direct and cross examination? - Direct: Tell judge/jury relevant
events.
Cross: Test witness testimony.
What are common mistakes and problems in courtroom testimony? - Poor prep.
Spinning or exaggerating an answer.
Tricky Questions.
Rude behavior.
Losing your cool.
What are the goals of conveyance processing and examination? - Establish control of
the conveyance and the merchandise.
Track arrivals and departures.
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
NEW UPDATE
What is the purpose of risk targeting? - To identify and eliminate.
What are the risk targeting resources? - TECS, Biometrics, ATS, APIS, ATS-QQ,
Teams, Technology, SIMGA/Targeting Framework.
What are the indicators for terrorism targeting in the passenger processing
environment? - Unusual travel patterns, fraudulent or multiple ID docs, declared and
undeclared money, behavioral cues, evidence of WME's, and images of possible
terrorist targets or activities.
What are the indicators for illicit currency transactions targeting in the passenger
processing environment? - Negotiable instruments, large currency sums, money orders,
wire transfer receipts, checks, stock certificates and bonds, blank account statements,
gems or precious medals, and account numbers.
What are indicators for narcotics targeting in the passenger processing environment? -
Traveling frequently to and from high risk source countries, traveling frequently with low
income, acting nervous or agitated, unexplained bulges on traveler, etc....
Which risk targeting resource should be used when TECS is unavailable? - ATS-QQ.
What are the sources of legal authority? - U.S. Constitution
U.S.C.
C.F.R.
CBP policies and directives
What is the hierarchy of laws? - U.S. Constitution
U.S.C.
C.F.R.
CBP policies and directives
What is the authority of CBP policy and directives? - They spell out specific procedures
to follow when exercising authority.
What are the steps for examining luggage and personal items? - Examine exterior
, Open luggage
Remove items
Check weight of empty bag
Examine interior
What are concealment methods used in luggage and personal items? - False
bottoms/sides
Wrapped inside items in luggage
Hidden in lining/frame
Hidden within extending handles
What are the questions you should ask before performing a baggage search? - Is this
your bag(s)?
Is everything in the bag yours?
Are you carrying anything for someone else?
Do you have all of your luggage?
What are indicators of concealed contraband? - Suspicious shapes
Excessive weight
Tampering or damage
Fresh paint, new hardware or other repairs
Bags within bags
Traveler resistance to luggage search
What is the purpose of testimony? - For the witness to tell the judge and jury what they
know.
Is one kind of evidence used to resolve issues.
What are the steps necessary to prepare for courtroom testimony? - Review facts
thoroughly.
Meet with the prosecutor to prepare for your court. appearance.
Confirm all the details of your appearance in court.
What is the purpose of direct and cross examination? - Direct: Tell judge/jury relevant
events.
Cross: Test witness testimony.
What are common mistakes and problems in courtroom testimony? - Poor prep.
Spinning or exaggerating an answer.
Tricky Questions.
Rude behavior.
Losing your cool.
What are the goals of conveyance processing and examination? - Establish control of
the conveyance and the merchandise.
Track arrivals and departures.
