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Do FBI special agents go undercover?
Our organized crime investigations frequently use undercover operations, court-authorized electronic surveillance, informants and cooperating witnesses, and consensual monitoring. Many of these are conducted in concert with domestic and international police agencies.
What kind of FBI agents go undercover?
Special agent Primary duties: A special agent investigates suspected criminal acts and violations of federal laws. The role often involves working undercover, gathering evidence, monitoring suspect activity and interviewing witnesses.
Does ATF have a polygraph?
ATF requires all applicants for Special Agent positions to undergo a mandatory pre-employment polygraph examination. Those who refuse are not eligible for employment.
Do DEA agents choose where they work?
DEA special agents are based in the DEA headquarters in Virginia, but they travel regularly to conduct investigations throughout the United States. DEA agents do not typically choose their assignments. Instead, a supervising officer will decide which agents are best suited to work on certain cases.
Do DEA agents go undercover?
The most shadowy characters in the drug world are not dealers or undercover agents, they are confidential informants. They are usually crooks who switch sides and work for the DEA or FBI.
What crimes does the ATF investigate?
ATF’s responsibilities include the investigation and prevention of federal offenses involving the unlawful use, manufacture, and possession of firearms and explosives; acts of arson and bombings; and illegal trafficking of alcohol and tobacco products.
Do DEA agents carry guns?
DEA agents’ primary service weapons are the Glock 17 and Glock 19, Remington 870 12-gauge shotgun, and Rock River Arms LAR-15 semi-automatic carbine in 5.56×45mm NATO. Agents may also qualify to carry a firearm listed on an authorized carry list maintained and updated by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), Quantico, VA.
Does the ATF investigate illegal drug cases?
Illegal narcotics cases often involve guns, therefore, it’s not unusual for an ATF agent to investigate cases involving illegal drugs. The ATF website features a fun page for kids.
Can the ATF take over a murder case?
It must be the ATF agents (are they agents or officers?) who tell the local sheriff to back off because they’re taking over the murder case. No, only the FBI has that authority. After all, you read that in one of those murder mysteries you found at the garage sale, right?
Is it easier to get into DEA or FBI or CIA?
A position with the DEA, FBI or CIA is highly coveted and it is an honor to be accepted into any of these faculties. The question of which bureau is easier to get into is common, but there is no clear answer.
How do I become a DEA Special Agent?
To become a DEA Special Agent you must be 21 years of age and no older than 36 upon time of application. Most candidates have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Criminal Justice or related disciplines. You are tested for acute hearing and need exceptional distance vision.