Which statement best describes writs of assistance?(1 point)

Responses

Customs officials could arrest King George III.
Customs officials could arrest King George III.

Customs officials helped colonists smuggle in goods.
Customs officials helped colonists smuggle in goods.

Customs officials would be allowed to inspect a ship’s cargo without giving a reason.
Customs officials would be allowed to inspect a ship’s cargo without giving a reason.

Customs officials could arrest colonists for not paying a duty.

1 answer

The statement that best describes writs of assistance is:

Customs officials would be allowed to inspect a ship’s cargo without giving a reason.

Writs of assistance were legal documents that allowed customs officials to enter any location to search for smuggled goods without needing specific evidence or a warrant.