U.S. customs law provides detailed recordkeeping requirements for importers, customs brokers, exporters, and others. U.S. Customs and Border Protection uses these records to ascertain the correctness of entries, ensure compliance with applicable U.S. laws, and determine liability for duties, taxes, and penalties. This webinar explains the burdens and requirements of recordkeeping under these laws and how those required to keep records can best meet their obligations.
- Overview of recordkeeping requirements
- Burdens on importers and exporters
- Specific entry records that must be maintained
- Who is required to maintain records
- Maintaining required records
- Alternative methods of storage
- What is required when a request for production of records is received
- Penalties for failure to comply with recordkeeping requirements

Patrick D. Gill is of counsel to Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A. resident in the New York City office. He has over 45 years of international trade and customs experience in both the public and private sectors. A seasoned litigator, Mr. Gill represents clients before courts and administrative agencies in matters pertaining to customs and international trade. He is a member of the bars of the state of New York, the U.S. Supreme Court, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Court of International Trade, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and the U.S. district courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.
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