Gambling Law and Legal Definition. A person engages in gambling if he stakes or risks something of value upon the outcome of a contest of chance or a future contingent event not under his control or influence, upon an agreement or understanding that he or someone else will receive something of value in the event of a certain outcome.
PRE-APPOINTMENT SCREENING. In order to be appointed to a CBP Officer position you must successfully complete a structured interview, medical exam, fitness exam, drug test, and background investigation. The medical exam and fitness exam are generally completed within 30 days of selection. Structured interviews are generally completed within 60 days.
Average time. Most background checks can be completed between three days to one week. According to the University of Berkeley, FBI checks usually take around 30 days. Although some instant background checks are available, these rely on databases that can be incomplete or inaccurate.