„Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco And Firearms“

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) is a law enforcement organization within the United States Department of Treasury with unique responsibilities dedicated to reducing violent crime, 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.

Source:

Jones, John T. (2007). “Regulating Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms: The Bureau’s Mission.” In Federal Agencies and Law Enforcement in the United States. Cambridge University Press. p. 156-176.