GENERAL INFORMATION

National Forensic Science Week

September 12, 2025
… Forensic science turns DEA evidence into intelligence. It shows us how the drug landscape is changing—what's new, … for live Q&As with our experts. And on September 19th, join us at DEA Headquarters in Arlington for the Forensics …
September 12, 2025
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Community Event
June 06, 2026
June 06, 2026

Operation Engage: Silence The Violence

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
DEA and will join local law enforcement agencies, faith-based leaders, and city officials to demonstrate a unified commitment to reducing drug-related violence and strengthening community partnerships. Join us as we reinforce the importance of prevention, education, and collaborative enforcement efforts in addressing the root causes of violence within Detroit.
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Drug Enforcement Administration St. Louis Field Division Welcomes Special Agent in Charge Steven Hofer

… Agent in Charge Steven Hofer July 06, 2026 St. Louis Contact Info Contact Us (314) 538-4600 (571) 362-5149 … 16th Street St. Louis , MO 63103 United States St. Louis Contacts St. Louis Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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DEA Hosts the 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25th

… Back Day on Saturday, April 25th April 02, 2026 New Jersey Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3700 862-849-9863 Timothy … 2nd Floor Newark , NJ 07102-4206 United States New Jersey Contacts New Jersey Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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Drug Enforcement Administration Walks for Lives in Winona

… Walks for Lives in Winona July 11, 2026 Omaha Contact Info Contact Us (402) 965-3600 (571) 387-3545 Emily … 571-387-4625 NE-SD.Diversion.registration@dea.gov Division Contacts Iowa Cedar Rapids - (319) 393-6075 Des Moines - …
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Texas Man Sentenced to Nearly Four Years in Prison for Smuggling Six Kilograms of Cocaine

… Six Kilograms of Cocaine July 16, 2026 New Orleans Contact Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public … Lakeway Center New Orleans , LA United States New Orleans Contacts New Orleans Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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Massachusetts Man Sentenced to 23 Years in Prison for Drug Distribution Resulting in Death of a Minor and the Sale of Drugs and Machineguns on Telegram App

… and Machineguns on Telegram App June 11, 2026 New England Contact Info Contact Us 617-557-2100 (617) 557-2100 Kristen … Turnpike Bedford , MA 01730 United States New England Contacts New England Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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DEA Seattle Field Division Recognizes National Fentanyl Awareness Day

… National Fentanyl Awareness Day April 29, 2026 Seattle Contact Info Contact Us (206) 553-5443 (571) 387-3831 … Us 300 5th Avenue Seattle , WA 98104 United States Seattle Contacts Seattle Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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Federal Court Sentences Foreign National Drug Trafficker Who Moved Thousands of Kilograms of Cocaine

… Thousands of Kilograms of Cocaine April 01, 2026 Detroit Contact Info Contact Us (313) 234-4000 (571) 362-1498 … 431 Howard Street Detroit , MI 48226 United States Detroit Contacts Detroit Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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DEA St. Louis Division joins Kiwanis to "Crush Drugs" in St. Charles County

… DEA St. Louis Division joins Kiwanis to "Crush Drugs" in St. Charles County July … without a doctor’s prescription or differently than how a doctor told them to use it.  “Opioid misuse among our …
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DEA San Diego and United Against Fentanyl Will Walk for Lives on July 11

… Will Walk for Lives on July 11 July 10, 2026 San Diego Contact Info Contact Us (858) 616-4100 (571) 324-6204 Kelly … Avenue San Diego , CA 92123-1672 United States San Diego Contacts San Diego Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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Recruitment
June 23, 2026 - June 24, 2026
June 23, 2026 - June 24, 2026

Police Security Expo

10:00 AM - 3:30 PM (EDT)
Atlantic City, NJ
Meet DEA at the Atlantic City Police Security Expo. DEA personnel will be on hand to share information about careers as Special Agents, Diversion Investigators, Intelligence Research Specialists, Forensic Chemists, and other professional opportunities that support our mission. Stop by our booth to connect with our team, ask questions, and...
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Student & Entry Level Careers

June 30, 2026
… advancing the DEA’s mission to protect communities and enforce the nation’s drug laws. These opportunities foster … requirements as specified in the vacancy announcement. How to Apply Step 1: Create or Update Your USAJOBS Profile … check has been completed. Stay Connected with DEA Careers Join the DEA Pathways Interest List to receive updates on …
June 30, 2026
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Ponchatoula, Louisiana Man Indicted for Fentanyl Overdose Death

… for Fentanyl Overdose Death June 30, 2026 New Orleans Contact Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public … Lakeway Center New Orleans , LA United States New Orleans Contacts New Orleans Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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Federal, State, Local and Tribal Law Enforcement Conduct “Operation Black Book” to Take Down Multi-State Cocaine Trafficking Organization

… Cocaine Trafficking Organization July 21, 2026 Omaha Contact Info Contact Us (402) 965-3600 (571) 387-3545 Emily … 571-387-4625 NE-SD.Diversion.registration@dea.gov Division Contacts Iowa Cedar Rapids - (319) 393-6075 Des Moines - …
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DEA Hosts the 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25th

… Back Day on Saturday, April 25th April 03, 2026 Seattle Contact Info Contact Us (206) 553-5443 (571) 387-3831 … Us 300 5th Avenue Seattle , WA 98104 United States Seattle Contacts Seattle Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives …
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DEA Hosts 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day On Saturday, April 25th

… Day On Saturday, April 25th April 03, 2026 Rocky Mountain Contact Info Contact Us (720) 895-4040 571-387-5079 Steffan … Centennial Denver , CO 80112 United States Rocky Mountain Contacts Rocky Mountain Quick Links Press Releases Local …
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‘Avengers’ actor Jeremy Renner joins forces with 750 students for purposeful Northern Nevada Opioid Youth Summit

… ‘Avengers’ actor Jeremy Renner joins forces with 750 students for purposeful Northern … Nevada Opioid Youth Summit September 27, 2024 Los Angeles Contact Info Contact Us (213) 621-6700 (571) 387-5045 Rosa …
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DEA Hosts the 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25th

… Back Day on Saturday, April 25th April 02, 2026 Los Angeles Contact Info Contact Us (213) 621-6700 (571) 387-5045 Rosa … Ruth Morales 213-604-2083 Ruth.M.Morales@dea.gov Division Contacts California Riverside - (951) 328-6000 Santa Ana - …
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Community Event
June 06, 2026
June 06, 2026

Operation Engage: Center for Urban Youth and Family Development Family Fun Day

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
Detroit, MI
The DEA Detroit Field Division will join our partners at the Center for Urban Youth and Family Development for their annual Kickball Tournament & Community Policing Event. DEA personnel will be on hand to share information with caregivers on current drug trends facing youth and young adults as the summer...
GENERAL INFORMATION

How To Claim Veterans' Preference

January 22, 2025
… How To Claim Veterans' Preference If you are an applicant … receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable … receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable …
January 22, 2025
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Community Event
June 12, 2026
June 12, 2026

Operation Engage: Lunchtime Live

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (EDT)
Kalamzaoo, MI
DEA Detroit Field Division will join our friends at Kalamazoo Parks & Recreation for Lunchtime Live, a concert series in the park. DEA personnel will be on hand to share drug trends and drug awareness information with employees and employers.
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How to Properly Dispose of Your Unused Medicines

October 04, 2018
… How to Properly Dispose of Your Unused Medicines Publication …
October 04, 2018
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Community Event
May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026

Teen Wellness Summit

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
Detroit, MI
The DEA Detroit Field Division will join our partners, the Detroit Police Explorers, for the Teen Wellness Summit. The Summit will provide resources, access, activities, training and information to help meet youth where they are, to help them understand that they are not alone, and to help improve their mental...
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Eleven Men Charged in D.C. in Federal Indictment Targeting Transnational Methamphetamine and GBL Drug Trafficking Organization

… Drug Trafficking Organization May 07, 2026 Washington, DC Contact Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 … Suite 500 Washington , DC 20001 United States Washington Contacts Washington, DC Diversion Control Program Find your …
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DEA Los Angeles Field Division and United Against Fentanyl Host Walk for Lives Events on July 11

… Walk for Lives Events on July 11 July 09, 2026 Los Angeles Contact Info Contact Us (213) 621-6700 (571) 387-5045 Rosa … Ruth Morales 213-604-2083 Ruth.M.Morales@dea.gov Division Contacts California Riverside - (951) 328-6000 Santa Ana - …
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DEA Joins with Families Across the Country to Increase Awareness about the Dangers of Fentanyl

… DEA Joins with Families Across the Country to Increase Awareness … the Dangers of Fentanyl November 18, 2022 Headquarters Contact Info Contact Us (202) 307-1000 (571) 776-2508 DEA …
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DEA Joins with Families Across the Country to Increase Awareness about the Dangers of Fentanyl

… DEA Joins with Families Across the Country to Increase Awareness … about the Dangers of Fentanyl November 18, 2022 St. Louis Contact Info Contact Us (314) 538-4600 (571) 362-5149 …
GENERAL INFORMATION

Contact Us

January 19, 2025
… Contact Us Contact Us Contact Us GENERAL QUESTIONS: DEA … (800) 882-9539 Report Unlawful Activities:  1-877-792-2873 To report unlawful or suspicious activities on the Internet … Unlawful Internet Prescription Drug Sales or Suspicious Online Pharmacies  To report pharmaceutical drugs (i.e., …
January 19, 2025
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Spark Conversation and Action Around Preventing Teen Substance Use This National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week®

March 11, 2025
… on Drug Abuse (NIDA), around the corner, we invite you to register an event or activity that demonstrates your … Kill and  Operation Prevention for resources you can use to join the NDAFW movement, March 17-23, 2025 . N D AFW is a … drug use and addiction Understanding Polysubstance Use and How to Make Health-Enhancing Choices  lesson plan …
March 11, 2025