In recording CBP interview notes, which element is NOT typically included?

• A. The traveler's statements
• B. Corroborating documents
• C. Actions taken
• D. The interviewer's personal opinions about the traveler

Answer: (D)

Objective documentation guides CBP interview notes: they should capture what the traveler said, any documents that support or challenge those statements, and every action the officer takes during the interview. This creates a clear, verifiable record of the encounter and how decisions were reached. Personal opinions about the traveler do not belong in the notes because they introduce bias and are not a factual part of the record. That’s why the element not typically included is the interviewer’s personal opinions about the traveler.