Customs Fine - Should this be indicated somewhere

[Noi3125 1]

On two separate occasions upon entry to the US we have incurred a fine through customs (for unclaimed food items) - once based on not understanding the form and second was some jerky at the bottom of the bag that was originally from the US and we had forgot that it was there. The question is should this be noted somewhere on the N-400. Particularly questioning part 11- question 23 where it is asked if you were "cited".

Second question. My husband and I filled the form out together do I generally put my info at the bottom in Part 13?

Thanks,

J&N

[boy15 23]

1. I do not think that you have to put the information about the fine at the customs on the form N-400. You didn't smuggle. Just carelessness.

2. If you prepare the form for yourself, leave it blank for Part 13. If someone prepares for you, list his/her information on this part.

Good luck!

[kovacs 20]

#13 is to list a lawyer or legal clinic type place. Spouses need not list. I dare say, should not list.