About this office
Atlantic City SO is a Satellite Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 500 Scarborough Drive,Suite 303, Egg Harbor, NJ 8234.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the NEWARK FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Atlantic City SO.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Egg Harbor or across NJ to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Atlantic City SO in Egg Harbor, NJ
This office
Where is Atlantic City SO located? +
Atlantic City SO is located at 500 Scarborough Drive,Suite 303, Egg Harbor, NJ 8234. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Atlantic City SO? +
Atlantic City SO is classified as a Satellite Office within the NEWARK FIELD DIVISION.
What is a Satellite 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 Atlantic City SO? +
The ZIP code for Atlantic City SO in Egg Harbor, NJ is 8234.
What city and state is Atlantic City SO in? +
Atlantic City SO is in Egg Harbor, NJ.
How do I contact Atlantic City SO? +
Contact details for Atlantic City SO aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
NEWARK FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Atlantic City SO open to walk-in visitors? +
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for Atlantic City SO 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 Atlantic City SO aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Atlantic City SO the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Atlantic City SO is a Satellite Office under the NEWARK FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Atlantic City SO? +
The directory ID for this listing is ea725af4-61e5-4859-ad7e-b0fa06bda5ff.
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 NEWARK 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 NEWARK 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 Atlantic City SO.
Is Atlantic City SO a law enforcement office or an administrative office? +
It's classified as a Satellite Office. Field and satellite offices are typically operational/investigative; division offices combine investigative oversight with administrative leadership for the region.
What agency does Atlantic City SO fall under? +
Atlantic City SO is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the NEWARK 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 Atlantic City SO 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 Atlantic City SO directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Atlantic City SO issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Atlantic City SO typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Atlantic City SO handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Atlantic City SO or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Atlantic City SO 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. Atlantic City SO may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Atlantic City SO handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the NEWARK FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Atlantic City SO investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Atlantic City SO operates within the NEWARK FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Egg Harbor, NJ and the surrounding area.
Does Atlantic City SO 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 Atlantic City SO? +
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 Atlantic City SO coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Atlantic City SO, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Atlantic City SO different from a local police department? +
Atlantic City SO 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 Atlantic City SO? +
ATF field offices, including Atlantic City SO, 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 Atlantic City SO? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Atlantic City SO and the NEWARK 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 Atlantic City SO'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 Egg Harbor, NJ? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Egg Harbor and across
NJ, within the NEWARK FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Atlantic City SO? +
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 Atlantic City SO.