Projected Successes and Shortfalls of a Semi-Permanent Inspection Location in Western Lake Erie for Vessels Entering the United States and Its Effect on National Security

Abstract

Due to the unique circumstances surrounding border security enforcement operations in Western Lake Erie, there is a need to determine if improvement is possible. In a maritime environment there are limited options available for law enforcement to increase operational control. In Western Lake Erie, as with the entire International Boundary with Canada, the responsibility for border security falls upon Customs and Border Protection. The concept of a semi-permanent inspection location was initiated in Western Lake Erie by Customs and Border Protection personnel and the discussion has continued without a final determination of its viability or feasibility. In this thesis, the researcher will attempt to determine if a semi-permanent inspection location would increase border security within budgetary limitations while not alienating the pleasure boating public.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 13, 2013
Accession Number
ADA590402

Entities

People

  • Robert B. Simon

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Border Security
  • Coast Guard
  • Command And Control
  • Criminals
  • Department Of Homeland Security
  • Drug Trafficking
  • Environment
  • Great Lakes
  • Homeland Security
  • Lake Erie
  • Law Enforcement
  • Maritime Security
  • Military History
  • National Security
  • Security
  • United States
  • United States Government

Readers

  • Coastal and Marine Engineering/Sediment Transport/Hydraulic Engineering
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