USFWS Office of Law Enforcement
Definition
The US Fish and Wildlife Service division responsible for investigating federal wildlife crimes. Its agents enforce the Lacey Act, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and CITES. It also manages the Ashland forensics laboratory.
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- National Legislation and Enforcement AgenciesThe US Fish and Wildlife Service division responsible for investigating federal wildlife crimes. Its agents enforce the Lacey Act, Endangered Species Act, Migr...