### Question
How is the term search defined?


### Answer
The term **search** is defined in *6 U.S.C. § 901* as the following:

> an intrusive examination in which a container is opened and its contents are devanned and visually inspected for the presence of misdeclared, restricted, or prohibited items

#### Citation:
  - *6 U.S.C. § 901*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 3-SECURITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR EVERY PORT**

