ATF stands for The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms they are basically a law enforcement organization within the United States Department of Treasury with unique responsibilities dedicated to reducing violent crimes , collecting revenue, and protecting the public. ATF enforces the Federal laws and regulations relating to alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives and arson by working directly and in cooperation with others to: Suppress and prevent crime and violence through enforcement, regulation, and community outreach, Ensure …showed first 75 words of 2481 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2481 total…most personnel and many ATF operations are decentralized throughout the country, with a few stations overseas. ATF agents, inspectors, and support staff are involved in investigating some of the most violent crimes in society, in regulating some of the most important and sensitive industries in America, and in collecting over $13 billion in annual revenue. ATF is a young federal agency, yet it is heir to the whole experience and proud tradition of "these United States."