### Question
How does the law define search?


### Answer
Under *6 U.S.C. § 901*, **search** is defined as:

> 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**

