How did parliament attempt to reduce the number of colonial smugglers who dodged the tax laws?

Parliament attempted to reduce the number of colonial smugglers by enforcing stricter trade regulations and implementing the Navigation Acts, which mandated that certain goods be shipped only on British ships. They also increased the presence of customs officials and established vice-admiralty courts to prosecute smugglers more effectively. Additionally, the introduction of more detailed record-keeping and inspections aimed to deter smuggling by increasing the likelihood of detection and punishment.