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Questioned, Searched at the Airport? Tell Us Your Story

Submitted by Editor on February 13, 2009 – 5:50 pmNo Comment
racial-profiling-sus-pect-protestor-photo-by-flckr-member-silfverduk-carina-sMuslim Advocates is eager to hear from individuals who have been questioned or searched by Customs & Border Protection (CBP) officials at airports or land borders. We have received many stories from across the country, including experiences like this:

I’ve been repeatedly questioned, searched, and harassed when returning home from overseas travel.” – J. Khaki

Have you or someone you know been questioned about their political or religious beliefs by CBP officials?

If so, we want to hear from you! Fill this form out today.

Have you or someone you know had their laptops, cell phones or other electronic devices searched or seized by federal officials at the airport or a land border crossing?

Watch the 15-minute know your rights video “Got Rights?”

Share it with your friends and family.

And remember, if you have experienced one of these law enforcement encounters, we want to hear from you today.

We encourage you to host a screening at your local mosque, community center or even in your home for family and friends.

Click here for a guide how to host a screening.We want to hear how your event went, so please report back to us.
How many people attended? What did you hear? Most importantly, did anyone come forward with their own experiences of encounters at the border or with the FBI?

Please ask anyone attending your screening (or anyone you may know through other channels) who has experienced profiling by law enforcement authorities to share their stories. You can either fill out an online form, or download the intake form to return to us via mail or fax.

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