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We Will Never Forget
In other words, you believe in the literal meaning of the word contraband? I will look for something that would substantiate this. If it's "contraband" per se, then there has to be a provision of Federal Law stating so.
What I think the OD means is not important.
What is important is that TSO's have been instructed to involve a LEO if they find certain things. $10,000+ is one of those. Apparently $4,700 does it also.
Now I do believe that referral to a LEO for doing something that is perfectly legal exceeds the limited Administrative Search for Weapons, Explosives and Incendiaries that TSA is authorized to conduct.
When they exceed the scope of their Administrative Search they are violating the law and should be held accountable for that action.
As far as the meaning of the OD, seems very clear to me. Just read it for what it is without trying to further define the language.