How did the Townshend plan to enforce his new taxes?

The Townshend Acts, enacted in 1767, aimed to enforce new taxes on imported goods like tea, glass, and paper by increasing customs duties. To ensure compliance, the British government strengthened the enforcement of trade regulations, employing writs of assistance that allowed officials to search colonial homes and businesses for smuggled goods without specific warrants. Additionally, the establishment of a customs board in Boston helped oversee collection and enforcement more effectively. This aggressive enforcement contributed to colonial resentment and protests against taxation without representation.