Carlsbad ATF San Diego IV Field Office – Hours & Info
LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION
San Diego IV
Field Office · 9449 Balboa Avenue, Suite 200, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Field Office
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Location
Office NameSan Diego IV
Address9449 Balboa Avenue, Suite 200
CityCarlsbad
StateCA
ZIP Code92008
Classification
Office TypeField Office
Field DivisionLOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION
Parent AgencyATF (U.S. Dept. of Justice)
Directory IDb6cd923e-d578-44dc-84fd-3b7e3650ab82
92008 · Carlsbad, CA
About this office
San Diego IV is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 9449 Balboa Avenue, Suite 200, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including San Diego IV.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Carlsbad or across CA 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 San Diego IV in Carlsbad, CA
This office
Where is San Diego IV located?
San Diego IV is located at 9449 Balboa Avenue, Suite 200, Carlsbad, CA 92008. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is San Diego IV?
San Diego IV is classified as a Field Office within the LOS ANGELES 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 San Diego IV?
The ZIP code for San Diego IV in Carlsbad, CA is 92008.
What city and state is San Diego IV in?
San Diego IV is in Carlsbad, CA.
How do I contact San Diego IV?
Contact details for San Diego IV aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at atf.gov or contact the LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is San Diego IV open to walk-in visitors?
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for San Diego IV 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 San Diego IV aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is San Diego IV the same as ATF headquarters?
No. San Diego IV is a Field Office under the LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for San Diego IV?
The directory ID for this listing is b6cd923e-d578-44dc-84fd-3b7e3650ab82.
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 LOS ANGELES 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 LOS ANGELES 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 San Diego IV.
Is San Diego IV 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 San Diego IV fall under?
San Diego IV is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the LOS ANGELES 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 San Diego IV 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 San Diego IV directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does San Diego IV issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)?
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as San Diego IV typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does San Diego IV handle explosives licensing?
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with San Diego IV or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does San Diego IV 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. San Diego IV may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does San Diego IV handle arson investigations?
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does San Diego IV investigate illegal firearms trafficking?
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. San Diego IV operates within the LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Carlsbad, CA and the surrounding area.
Does San Diego IV 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 San Diego IV?
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 San Diego IV coordinate with state and local law enforcement?
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including San Diego IV, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is San Diego IV different from a local police department?
San Diego IV 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 San Diego IV?
ATF field offices, including San Diego IV, 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 San Diego IV?
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. San Diego IV and the LOS ANGELES 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 San Diego IV'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 Carlsbad, CA?
Yes. This directory lists other ATF offices in Carlsbad and across CA, within the LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about San Diego IV?
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 San Diego IV.
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