Originally Posted by
kwflyer
I'm sure some will find exceptions to prove the rule. But when being perceived to be uncooperative, one should manage expectations accordingly, and prepare for the highest common denominator of scrutiny.
When it comes to not answering questions beyond that on the declaration form, avoiding permanent referral to secondary is not a matter of "exceptions to prove the rule". Rather, permanent referral to secondary would be the exception rather than the common outcome.
Some "otherwise law-abiding and non-suspicious people" get permanent secondary inspection because they answered questions. That happens sometimes too, perhaps even way more often than for not having a willingness to discuss more than what was listed on the printed declaration form.