About this office
Florence (IO) SO is a IO Satellite Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 401 West Evans Street, Room 208, Florence, SC .
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the CHARLOTTE FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Florence (IO) SO.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Florence or across SC to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Florence (IO) SO in Florence, SC
This office
Where is Florence (IO) SO located? +
Florence (IO) SO is located at 401 West Evans Street, Room 208, Florence, SC . Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Florence (IO) SO? +
Florence (IO) SO is classified as a IO Satellite Office within the CHARLOTTE FIELD DIVISION.
What is a IO 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 Florence (IO) SO? +
The ZIP code for Florence (IO) SO in Florence, SC is .
What city and state is Florence (IO) SO in? +
Florence (IO) SO is in Florence, SC.
How do I contact Florence (IO) SO? +
Contact details for Florence (IO) SO aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
CHARLOTTE FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Florence (IO) 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 Florence (IO) 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 Florence (IO) SO aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Florence (IO) SO the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Florence (IO) SO is a IO Satellite Office under the CHARLOTTE FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Florence (IO) SO? +
The directory ID for this listing is 5d74713c-3541-48ba-9fce-4f3fa61d11b7.
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 CHARLOTTE 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 CHARLOTTE 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 Florence (IO) SO.
Is Florence (IO) SO a law enforcement office or an administrative office? +
It's classified as a IO Satellite Office. Field and satellite offices are typically operational/investigative; division offices combine investigative oversight with administrative leadership for the region.
What agency does Florence (IO) SO fall under? +
Florence (IO) SO is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the CHARLOTTE 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 Florence (IO) 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 Florence (IO) SO directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Florence (IO) SO issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Florence (IO) SO typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Florence (IO) SO handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Florence (IO) SO or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Florence (IO) 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. Florence (IO) SO may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Florence (IO) SO handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the CHARLOTTE FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Florence (IO) SO investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Florence (IO) SO operates within the CHARLOTTE FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Florence, SC and the surrounding area.
Does Florence (IO) 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 Florence (IO) 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 Florence (IO) SO coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Florence (IO) SO, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Florence (IO) SO different from a local police department? +
Florence (IO) 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 Florence (IO) SO? +
ATF field offices, including Florence (IO) 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 Florence (IO) SO? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Florence (IO) SO and the CHARLOTTE 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 Florence (IO) 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 Florence, SC? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Florence and across
SC, within the CHARLOTTE FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Florence (IO) 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 Florence (IO) SO.