ATF eTrace Program

$1.1K USD

Funder	Department of Justice
Recipient Organization	U.S. Government - Department of Justice
Country	El Salvador
Start Date	Aug 10, 2011
End Date	Jun 21, 2013
Duration	681 days
Number of Grantees	1
Roles	Recipient
Data Source	US Foreign Aid
Grant ID	`250579-82`

Grant Description

ATF eTrace Program; The systematic process of tracking a recovered crime gun's history from its source (manufacturer/importer) through the chain of distribution (wholesaler/retailer) to the first unlicensed purchaser of the firearm..

ATF conducts criminal investigations, regulates the firearms and explosives industries, and assists other law enforcement agencies. This work is undertaken to prevent terrorism, reduce violent crime and to protect the public.