What government agency investigates terrorism?

The FBI’s
The FBI’s mission is to uphold the Constitution and protect the American people. The FBI’s major priorities are to: Protect the United States from terrorist attack.

Is the Home Office responsible for counter terrorism?

The Home Office is the lead government department for immigration and passports, drugs policy, crime, fire, counter-terrorism and police.

What is suspicious terrorist activity?

With the help of the Nationwide Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) Initiative (NSI), the campaign has identified indicators of terrorism-related suspicious activity. These include, but are not limited to, unusual items or situations, eliciting information, and observation/surveillance.

In what ways can we as citizens protect our communities from acts of terror?

How Citizens Can Protect Themselves and Report Suspicious Activity

• Remain aware of your surroundings.
• Refrain from oversharing personal information.
• Say something if you see something. The insular nature of today’s violent extremists makes them difficult for law enforcement to identify and disrupt before an attack.

What is the federal agencies that are involved in our nations fight against terrorism?

Anti-Terrorism

• www.fbi.gov – Federal Bureau of Investigation.
• www.usdoj.gov – Department of Justice.
• www.dhs.gov – Department of Homeland Security.
• www.cbp.gov – United States Customs Service.
• www.usmarshals.gov – United States Marshals Service.
• www.atf.gov – Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.

Who are Jtac?

Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) is the term used in the United States Armed Forces and some other military forces for a qualified service member who directs the action of combat aircraft engaged in close air support and other offensive air operations from a forward position.

What is the primary legislation for counter terrorism?

The key statutory instrument in dealing with terrorism in the USA is the Patriot Act (2001). The Patriot Act is a U.S. law passed in the wake of the 11 September 2001 terrorist attacks.

Who is involved in the Home Office?

The Home Office (the Department) is the lead government department for crime, the police, drugs policy, immigration and passports, and counter terrorism. It has four priorities: cut crime; reduce immigration; prevent terrorism; and promote growth by keeping the UK safe.

Where do I report terrorist activity?

If you see suspicious activity, please report it to your local police department. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911.

How do I report suspicious online activity?

To report an Internet crime that has occurred in California, contact you local Law Enforcement Agency; your local High Crimes Task Force; or the Attorney General’s eCrime Unit. We encourage all victims of Internet Crimes to also contact the The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).

What can you do as part of your daily activities to defend against terrorism select all that apply?

Be alert to the threat.

Be aware of your surroundings.

Report suspicious activity.

Make security your norm.

Avoid predictable routines.

Don’t be a target.