When a customs officer deems it necessary to prevent the violations of this Act or an order (including obligations under any treaty concluded by the Republic of Korea and generally approved international rules) issued under this Act, he or she may inspect or seal goods, means of transportation, places of storage, and other related books and documents, or take other necessary measures. <Amended on Dec. 31, 2011>[This Article Wholly Amended on Dec. 30, 2010]
Laws › Customs Act › SECTION 2 Inspections of Goods by Customs Officers
Customs Act — Article 265 (Inspections of Goods, Means of Transportation)
관세법 제265조
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