On May 14, 2021, the Drug Enforcement Administration took an important step to increase opportunities for medical and scientific research. DEA is nearing the end of its review of certain marijuana grower applications, thereby allowing it to soon register additional entities authorized to produce marijuana for research purposes. Currently, the...

Every 73 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. And every 9 minutes, that victim is a child. Sexual violence impacts every community and affects people of all genders, sexual orientations and ages. Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month calls attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and it...

National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to strengthen families to prevent child abuse and neglect. Through this collaboration, prevention services and support help protect children and produce thriving families. Child abuse and neglect is a national issue that affects us all. The...

In honor of Women’s History Month 2021, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) highlighted the importance of the strong and courageous women who work for the agency, celebrating their contributions, accomplishments and commitment to equality in law enforcement. This year, on March 10, the DEA hosted an agency-wide, online presentation...

In this past year, the extended time we have all spent in isolation due to the pandemic, has sharply exacerbated the health risks and harms we have seen among the members of our community. Recognizing this, the DEA Washington Division’s Community Outreach and Prevention team jumped into action. The team...

This past year, we as a nation have been unwaveringly focused on the global pandemic, and understandably so. In the background of all of this coverage, however, another epidemic has been building. An epidemic that has been responsible for an unprecedented number of deaths across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. An...

“See something, say something” is a popular catchphrase used by law enforcement in our area, usually in the context of terrorism or other suspicious activity. Additionally, we all know to step forward and notify the appropriate authorities when we become aware of issues such as child endangerment, domestic violence, or...

figure {max-width: 300px;} The community of Roswell, New Mexico, population 50,000, is known for its hospitality, for always welcoming out-of-town visitors seeking to have an “out of this world” experience. But according to its Police Chief Philip Smith, Roswell has another “bittersweet” story to tell. “We have many illicit drug-peddling...

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is January 9, a day when the community can show their support for the men and women who choose to serve and protect every day. You can wear blue, send a card to your local police department, or even share a story on social media...

figure {max-width: 300px;} Fifty-one years ago, in response to a surge in violent crime in New York City, three law enforcement agencies created a partnership that would last decades and be used as a role model to law enforcement throughout the nation. Executives from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s predecessor...