Milwaukee ATF Milwaukee III Field Office – Hours & Info
ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION
Milwaukee III
Field Office · 1000 North Water Street, Suite 1400, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Field Office
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Location
Office NameMilwaukee III
Address1000 North Water Street, Suite 1400
CityMilwaukee
StateWI
ZIP Code53202
Classification
Office TypeField Office
Field DivisionST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION
Parent AgencyATF (U.S. Dept. of Justice)
Directory ID73b9d8e1-3146-4bfd-bf8b-5e08e6085b87
53202 · Milwaukee, WI
About this office
Milwaukee III is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 1000 North Water Street, Suite 1400, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Milwaukee III.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Milwaukee or across WI to find the closest location to you.
What ATF field offices generally handle
Firearms trafficking & violent crime
Investigating illegal firearms trafficking, straw purchases, and firearms used in violent crime.
FFL & industry compliance
Supporting compliance inspections and outreach for Federal Firearms Licensees within the territory.
Explosives regulation
Licensing compliance and investigation involving explosive materials and devices.
Arson investigation
Investigating suspected arson, often jointly with state and local fire/law enforcement.
Alcohol & tobacco diversion
Addressing illegal trafficking and diversion of alcohol and tobacco products.
Task force coordination
Working with state and local law enforcement on joint investigations and task forces.
Exact services handled on-site can vary by office type and location. Confirm specifics with this office or at atf.gov before visiting for a particular matter.
Frequently asked questions
About Milwaukee III in Milwaukee, WI
This office
Where is Milwaukee III located?
Milwaukee III is located at 1000 North Water Street, Suite 1400, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Milwaukee III?
Milwaukee III is classified as a Field Office within the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION.
What is a Field Office?
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
What is the ZIP code for Milwaukee III?
The ZIP code for Milwaukee III in Milwaukee, WI is 53202.
What city and state is Milwaukee III in?
Milwaukee III is in Milwaukee, WI.
How do I contact Milwaukee III?
Contact details for Milwaukee III aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at atf.gov or contact the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Milwaukee III open to walk-in visitors?
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Milwaukee III before making a trip.
What are typical ATF field office hours?
Most ATF offices operate during standard federal business hours on weekdays, excluding federal holidays. Confirmed hours for Milwaukee III aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Milwaukee III the same as ATF headquarters?
No. Milwaukee III is a Field Office under the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Milwaukee III?
The directory ID for this listing is 73b9d8e1-3146-4bfd-bf8b-5e08e6085b87.
Office types & structure
What's the difference between a Field Office and a Satellite Office?
A Field Office is typically the primary ATF presence for a metro area or state, with broader staffing and services. A Satellite Office extends a field division's coverage into additional cities, often with a smaller footprint reporting up to a field office or division office.
What's the difference between a Field Office and a Division Office?
A Division Office serves as the administrative headquarters for an entire ATF field division, overseeing multiple field and satellite offices across a multi-state region. A Field Office is one of the offices reporting into that division.
Who runs the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION?
ATF field divisions are led by a Special Agent in Charge (SAC), who oversees all field and satellite offices within the division's territory.
What does the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION cover?
ATF field divisions oversee firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation across a multi-state or regional area, coordinating the field and satellite offices within that territory, including Milwaukee III.
Is Milwaukee III a law enforcement office or an administrative office?
It's classified as a Field Office. Field and satellite offices are typically operational/investigative; division offices combine investigative oversight with administrative leadership for the region.
What agency does Milwaukee III fall under?
Milwaukee III is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION.
Is ATF part of the Department of Justice?
Yes. ATF is a federal law enforcement agency within the U.S. Department of Justice.
Services & jurisdiction
Does Milwaukee III handle firearms licensing?
ATF field and satellite offices support Federal Firearms License (FFL) compliance and industry operations within their territory, though specific licensing services can vary by office. Contact Milwaukee III directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Milwaukee III issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)?
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Milwaukee III typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Milwaukee III handle explosives licensing?
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Milwaukee III or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Milwaukee III handle NFA (National Firearms Act) applications?
NFA applications (e.g. for suppressors or short-barreled rifles) are processed centrally through ATF's NFA Division rather than at individual field offices. Milwaukee III may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Milwaukee III handle arson investigations?
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Milwaukee III investigate illegal firearms trafficking?
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Milwaukee III operates within the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding area.
Does Milwaukee III serve the general public or only licensees and industry?
ATF offices generally serve both the public — for tips, records requests, and outreach — and regulated industry members such as FFL and explosives licensees, though the exact mix of services can vary by office.
Can I request public records from Milwaukee III?
Public records requests to ATF are generally handled through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request at atf.gov, rather than directly at an individual field or satellite office.
Does Milwaukee III coordinate with state and local law enforcement?
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Milwaukee III, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Milwaukee III different from a local police department?
Milwaukee III is a federal office. ATF enforces federal firearms, explosives, and arson-related laws, and often works alongside — rather than in place of — state and local police.
Reporting & emergencies
Can I report a firearms-related crime to Milwaukee III?
ATF field offices, including Milwaukee III, accept tips related to firearms trafficking and violent crime involving firearms. For an active emergency, contact local law enforcement or 911 first.
Can I report an explosives incident to Milwaukee III?
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Milwaukee III and the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION can be contacted for non-emergency reporting and follow-up on explosives-related incidents.
What should I do if I need ATF outside of Milwaukee III's availability?
For urgent matters outside normal availability, contact local law enforcement or 911 in an emergency, or reach ATF's national contact channels at atf.gov.
Nearby & verification
Are there other ATF offices near Milwaukee, WI?
Yes. This directory lists other ATF offices in Milwaukee and across WI, within the ST. PAUL FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Milwaukee III?
This listing is compiled from publicly available ATF office data. For current hours, phone numbers, and services, check the official ATF office locator at atf.gov before visiting Milwaukee III.
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