Comment by techdragon
4 days ago
Is it legal to rehearse or practice how to interact with border guards?
I don’t need to explain why someone could be deeply anxious interacting with US border officials… it should be obvious to anyone with half a brain. And since looking anxious is a sign that you could be concealing things, thus drawing more attention from border officials… Coaching on how to handle an experience and avoid that anxious spiral and minimise the risk for such travellers… But I’m curious if this is legal. Or if it is legal, would it be construed as evidence of intent to deceive should a traveler do this and wind up being investigated in such a way that it turns up that they have undertaken such practice?
It's 100% appropriate and in fact highly recommended to prepare oneself when seeking admission since the admission process can be stressful. Preparation here doesn't mean deceit; it just means being truthful but well prepared, not being caught off guard.