Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Regulates and investigates illegal use of firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco trafficking.

Agency Profile

Established

1972

Employees

5,000+

Head of Agency

Director

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