Imperial ATF El Centro Field Office – Hours & Info
LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION
El Centro
Field Office · 2437 Enterprise Trail, Imperial, CA 92251
Field Office
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Location
Office NameEl Centro
Address2437 Enterprise Trail
CityImperial
StateCA
ZIP Code92251
Classification
Office TypeField Office
Field DivisionLOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION
Parent AgencyATF (U.S. Dept. of Justice)
Directory ID04f046fa-c630-411d-826f-12ff18764e02
92251 · Imperial, CA
About this office
El Centro is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 2437 Enterprise Trail, Imperial, CA 92251.
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 El Centro.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Imperial 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 El Centro in Imperial, CA
This office
Where is El Centro located?
El Centro is located at 2437 Enterprise Trail, Imperial, CA 92251. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is El Centro?
El Centro 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 El Centro?
The ZIP code for El Centro in Imperial, CA is 92251.
What city and state is El Centro in?
El Centro is in Imperial, CA.
How do I contact El Centro?
Contact details for El Centro 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 El Centro open to walk-in visitors?
Walk-in policies vary by office and can change without notice. Confirm the current visitor and appointment policy for El Centro 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 El Centro aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is El Centro the same as ATF headquarters?
No. El Centro 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 El Centro?
The directory ID for this listing is 04f046fa-c630-411d-826f-12ff18764e02.
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 El Centro.
Is El Centro 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 El Centro fall under?
El Centro 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 El Centro 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 El Centro directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does El Centro issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)?
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as El Centro typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does El Centro handle explosives licensing?
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with El Centro or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does El Centro 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. El Centro may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does El Centro 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 El Centro investigate illegal firearms trafficking?
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. El Centro operates within the LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Imperial, CA and the surrounding area.
Does El Centro 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 El Centro?
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 El Centro coordinate with state and local law enforcement?
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including El Centro, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is El Centro different from a local police department?
El Centro 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 El Centro?
ATF field offices, including El Centro, 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 El Centro?
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. El Centro 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 El Centro'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 Imperial, CA?
Yes. This directory lists other ATF offices in Imperial and across CA, within the LOS ANGELES FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about El Centro?
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 El Centro.
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