well, thanks for all the input. at the time(4-5 yrs ago), I don't think I even knew about any laws regarding bringing snakes across the border, crossing the border was part of daily life. and I didn't purposely not declare them. sometimes they just ask how long you were in country for and where you've been. if they would have asked I would have told them. I wasn't purposely trying to deceive customs.I honestly didn't think I was doing anything wrong.

I'm just trying to learn like everyone else and I'm thankful that there are forums like this with very knowledgeable people that point out our mistakes and help us along. sometimes we just don't realize that we could be doing something wrong. if for some reason in the future I plan on bringing snakes through I'll make sure I do it the right way. I love and take care of my animals to the best of my ability and I have much respect for this hobby and everyone involved. the last thing I want is to get replies like "its people like you" because thats not who I am and thats not what I'm about.

so anyhow, enough about me. any info regarding this subject would be greatly appreciated.

and as far as the customs agents. I don't think they'll lose their jobs any time soon. things have gotten a lot stricter at the border over the last few years which is a good thing.

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