Anticorruption And Integrity Reinforcement

Question 1

➢ What does serving with integrity mean for CBP officer?

Answer 1

▪ Doing what’s right when nobody is watching

Question 2

Define corruption and how it impacts the agency and its mission?

Answer 2

▪ Corruption is the abuse of ones authority or position for personal gain. Accepting a bribe is one example of corruption
• “Personal gain” can include actions intended to:
♦ Benefit financially
♦ Cover up wrongdoing
♦ Keep a secret

Question 3

Why are CBP officers vulnerable to corruption?

Answer 3

• Uniform

- Authority

Question 4

What are some of the possible consequences of corruption?

Answer 4

▪ Jail
▪ Lose of job
▪ Threats to family/friends
▪ Loss of employment and community standing

Question 5

What actions can you take to better recognize the warning signs of corruption?

Answer 5

▪ Be observant
▪ Educate yourself
▪ Listen
▪ Note changes and pattern or behavior
▪ Be analytical
▪ Trust your instincts

Question 6

Warning signs at work of corruption

Answer 6

▪ Manipulation of assignments
▪ Conduct violations
▪ Behavior changes