About this office
Dallas III is a Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), located at 2501 S. State Hwy 121 Business, Lewisville, TX 75067.
ATF offices carry out federal firearms, explosives, arson, and alcohol/tobacco diversion enforcement and regulation within their assigned territory.
This office falls under the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION, which coordinates ATF field and satellite offices across its region, including Dallas III.
This directory tracks ATF field offices, satellite offices, and division offices nationwide. Browse other ATF offices in Lewisville or across TX to find the closest location to you.
Frequently asked questions
About Dallas III in Lewisville, TX
This office
Where is Dallas III located? +
Dallas III is located at 2501 S. State Hwy 121 Business, Lewisville, TX 75067. Use the Get Directions button above to open navigation.
What type of ATF office is Dallas III? +
Dallas III is classified as a Field Office within the DALLAS 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 Dallas III? +
The ZIP code for Dallas III in Lewisville, TX is 75067.
What city and state is Dallas III in? +
Dallas III is in Lewisville, TX.
How do I contact Dallas III? +
Contact details for Dallas III aren't published in this listing. Use the ATF office locator at
atf.gov or contact the
DALLAS FIELD DIVISION for current phone and appointment information.
Is Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas III aren't included in this listing — verify directly before visiting.
Is Dallas III the same as ATF headquarters? +
No. Dallas III is a Field Office under the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION. ATF's national headquarters is a separate office in Washington, D.C.
What is the directory ID for Dallas III? +
The directory ID for this listing is 893bd90d-2458-4184-afc8-7217a59dc3e7.
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 DALLAS 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 DALLAS 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 Dallas III.
Is Dallas 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 Dallas III fall under? +
Dallas III is part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), under the DALLAS 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 Dallas 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 Dallas III directly or check atf.gov to confirm what's handled on-site.
Does Dallas III issue Federal Firearms Licenses (FFLs)? +
FFL applications are processed through ATF's licensing centers; field offices such as Dallas III typically support compliance inspections and industry outreach rather than initial issuance. Confirm current procedures at atf.gov.
Does Dallas III handle explosives licensing? +
ATF offices support federal explosives licensing and compliance within their region. Confirm with Dallas III or atf.gov whether explosives licensing services are handled at this specific location.
Does Dallas 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. Dallas III may support related compliance work within its territory.
Does Dallas III handle arson investigations? +
ATF supports arson investigations, often in partnership with state and local fire and law enforcement agencies, within the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION's territory.
Does Dallas III investigate illegal firearms trafficking? +
Firearms trafficking investigation is a core ATF field function. Dallas III operates within the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION's investigative territory covering Lewisville, TX and the surrounding area.
Does Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas III coordinate with state and local law enforcement? +
Yes. ATF field and satellite offices, including Dallas III, routinely coordinate with state and local law enforcement on joint task forces and investigations within their territory.
How is Dallas III different from a local police department? +
Dallas 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 Dallas III? +
ATF field offices, including Dallas 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 Dallas III? +
For an active emergency, contact 911 first. Dallas III and the DALLAS 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 Dallas 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 Lewisville, TX? +
Yes. This directory lists other
ATF offices in Lewisville and across
TX, within the DALLAS FIELD DIVISION. Browse nearby listings to find the closest office.
How can I verify current information about Dallas 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 Dallas III.