### Question
How is the "inspection" defined?


### Answer
The term **inspection** is defined in *6 U.S.C. § 1171* as follows -

> the comprehensive process used by Customs and Border Protection to assess goods entering the United States to appraise them for duty purposes, to detect the presence of restricted or prohibited items, and to ensure compliance with all applicable laws

#### Citation:
  - *6 U.S.C. § 1171*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 4-TRANSPORTATION SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER IV-SURFACE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY > Part B-Railroad Security**

