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[[Image:USCBP.png|250px|thumb|right|U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seal]]'''U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)''' is the federal law enforcement agency responsible for customs services in the United States. As such, all individuals and all goods entering the United States must be authorized to do so by CBP at the first point of entry. Being familiar with CBP regulations and procedures is a must for highway carriers crossing the border, as non compliance can result in delays, penalties, seizures, and refused entry.