### Question
What is the definition of situational awareness?


### Answer
The definition of **situational awareness** is as follows in *6 U.S.C. § 223*:

> knowledge and understanding of current unlawful cross-border activity, including the following:


(A) Threats and trends concerning illicit trafficking and unlawful crossings

#### Citation:
  - *6 U.S.C. § 223*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 1-HOMELAND SECURITY ORGANIZATION > SUBCHAPTER IV-BORDER, MARITIME, AND TRANSPORTATION SECURITY > Part B-U.S. Customs and Border Protection**

