Controlled Delivery
/kənˈtroʊld dɪˈlɪvəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A law enforcement technique involving the monitored, authorized release of contraband or illicit goods to trace the supply chain and identify higher-level traffickers.
The police used a controlled delivery to track the drug shipment to its source.
Forms
- controlled delivery
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Commentary
Controlled deliveries require judicial or legal authorization and careful coordination to avoid legal challenges and ensure evidence admissibility.
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