QUESTION 15 OF 35

Customs and Border Protection considers the use of prohibited substances a severe matter. Have you ever used, possessed, sold, or distributed illegal drugs?

For obvious reasons, CBP applicants must have a clean drug history before joining the agency. Depending on the situation, you may be able to pass through to the next stage of candidacy. Being dishonest, however, will result in an immediate rejection of your application. Your answer must be 100% honest and very straightforward. If you've never been involved with drugs, then state with conviction that such behavior is against your values. If you have had illicit participation in the past, disclose everything in the act of pure transparency.

"I have had no involvement in the sale, distribution, or illegal possession of drugs. When I was 22 years old, I smoked marijuana while traveling to Amsterdam. It was not illegal to do so there; however, I did not enjoy the experience and have remained abstinent from drugs since that day. I was raised conservatively and believe that it's best to refrain from any substance use and keep my body as healthy as possible."

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Anonymous Answer

I used marijuana once in my senior year of high school which was approximately 8 years ago. I have since had no interest in illegal narcotics.

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Again, a straightforward answer is exactly what's needed, here. Good job.

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