Customs Violation
/ˈkʌstəms ˌvaɪəˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An act of breaching customs laws or regulations governing the import or export of goods.
The company committed a customs violation by failing to declare imported merchandise.
Forms
- customs violation
- customs violations
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Commentary
Customs violations typically involve the misclassification, undervaluation, or undeclared movement of goods and may lead to penalties or criminal charges.
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