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General Information                          
Law Enforcement At Its Best

Since its founding in 1908 as the Bureau of Investigation, the FBI has evolved into one of the most respected and sophisticated law enforcement agencies in the world. As the primary investigative arm of the federal government, the FBI is responsible for enforcing over 260 federal statutes and for conducting sensitive national security investigations.

FBI activities include investigations into organized crime, white-collar crime, public corruption, financial crime, fraud against the government, bribery, copy-right matters, civil rights violations, bank robbery, extortion, kidnapping, air piracy, terrorism, foreign counterintelligence, interstate criminal activity, fugitive and drug-trafficking matters, and other violations of federal statutes.

The FBI also works with other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies in investigating matters of joint interest and in training law enforcement officers at the FBI Academy.

A United Effort Against Crime

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the FBI has field offices and satellite offices located throughout the United States and its territories. The FBI also maintains liaison offices abroad in a number of foreign countries.

Thousands of dedicated professionals work together to fulfill the mission of the FBI. Highly trained Special Agents are responsible for enforcing the federal statutes. Scientists, computer specialists, and other speciality personnel at the Forensic Laboratory, Engineering Research Facility, and the Criminal Justice Information Services Division provide expert assistance in developing cases. All these people are supported by other professional employees who efficiently maintain the day-to-day
operations.

When you join the FBI, you join a united effort against crime. It's a rewarding career for anyone who has the ability and desire to contribute to the proud history and bright future of today's FBI.