U.S law enforcement agencies refer collectively to various organizations responsible for enforcing laws at different levels, including federal, state, county, and local police departments, as well as agencies like the FBI and DEA.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): The principal federal investigative agency responsible for protecting and defending the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats.
Department of Justice (DOJ): A federal executive department responsible for enforcing federal laws, representing the government in legal matters, and administering justice.
Community Policing: An approach to law enforcement that focuses on building relationships between police officers and communities to address crime prevention and public safety issues.