Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

Mission of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is a principal law enforcement agency within the United States Department of Justice dedicated to preventing terrorism, reducing violent crime, and protecting our nation. The men and women of ATF perform the dual responsibilities of enforcing Federal criminal laws and regulating the firearms and explosives industries. We are committed to working directly, and through partnerships, to investigate and reduce crime involving firearms and explosives, acts of arson, and illegal trafficking of alcohol and tobacco products.

Role of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in the Weed & Seed Program

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) provides support to the weeding initiatives of our strategic plan.  Through a collaboration between Weed & Seed and the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative, the ATF provides federal support addressing the crime indicators of narcotics, aggravated assault and gun violence related to their law enforcement strategy.

More information about the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) can be found at www.atf.gov

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