Harvard Scientist's Frog Embryo Smuggling Indictment Shocks Boston

Harvard Medical School's Kseniia Petrova, 30, was indicted for allegedly smuggling frog embryos into Boston, raising questions about 'What are the penalties for smuggling biological materials?' and 'How do customs detect undeclared biological samples?'
Authorities claim Petrova concealed the embryos in microcentrifuge tubes, leading to charges of smuggling and false statements. This case highlights the importance of declaring biological materials at customs and the potential legal consequences of failing to do so.
If convicted, Petrova faces up to 20 years in prison and significant fines, underscoring the severity of smuggling charges involving biological materials.