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During a secondary examination, a Border Services Officer discovers undeclared commercial goods valued at $5,000 in a passenger's luggage. What actions might the officer take?
Undeclared commercial goods are subject to seizure as they violate customs regulations. A monetary penalty is also typically issued proportional to the value an
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Question: During a secondary examination, a Border Services Officer discovers undeclared commercial goods valued at $5,000 in a passenger's luggage. What actions might the officer take?
Answer options: ✅ Seize the goods and issue a monetary penalty.
- Allow the passenger to declare the goods and pay duties, then release them.
- Confiscate the goods and immediately refuse entry to Canada.
- Issue a verbal warning and advise the passenger to declare next time.
Correct answer: Seize the goods and issue a monetary penalty.
Explanation: Undeclared commercial goods are subject to seizure as they violate customs regulations. A monetary penalty is also typically issued proportional to the value and nature of the goods. Allowing declaration after discovery is generally not an option for undeclared items.
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