Department of Justice - Drug Enforcement Administration

Founded in 1973, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) enforces the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States.The DEA brings cases to the criminal and civil justice system of the United States, or any other competent jurisdiction, those organizations and principal members of organizations involved in the growing, manufacture, or distribution of controlled substances. The DEA examines cases appearing in or destined for illicit traffic in the United States and to recommend and support non-enforcement programs aimed at reducing the availability of illicit controlled substances on the domestic and international markets. The DEA is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.