Do Epa Agents Carry Guns

Investigators (job series 1811, known as “special agents”) conduct the EPA OIG’s criminal investigations, which look for violations of the law. Special agents carry badges and guns, and as law enforcement officials are authorized to make arrests and execute search warrants.

What does EPA investigate?

Investigators conduct the EPA OIG’s criminal investigations, which look for violations of the law. Investigations may involve such areas as financial fraud, employee misconduct, intrusion into EPA systems and computers, impersonating EPA officials and theft of EPA property and funds.

How many EPA agents are there?

Agency overviewEmployees13,758Annual budget$9,057,401,000 (2020)Agency executivesMichael S. Regan, Administrator Janet McCabe, Deputy AdministratorWebsitewww.epa.gov