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

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF) is a U.S. federal agency under the Department of Justice. It is responsible for enforcing laws related to alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and explosives. BATF regulates the legal trade of these items, investigates illegal activities such as trafficking and smuggling, and plays a role in preventing violent crime. The agency also issues firearm permits and conducts inspections of businesses involved in these industries. In essence, BATF helps promote public safety by ensuring compliance with laws governing these regulated substances and materials.