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

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is a federal agency responsible for enforcing laws related to the regulation of alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives, and related materials. Its goal is to protect public safety by investigating illegal activities, enforcing federal laws, and overseeing the legal distribution and use of these substances and items. The ATF works with other law enforcement agencies to prevent crime, prevent illegal trafficking, and ensure compliance with regulations governing these products.