Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
The DEA enforces the Controlled Substances Act and related federal drug trafficking laws. The agency investigates and prosecutes drug trafficking organizations, diversion of pharmaceutical controlled substances, and clandestine drug manufacturing. The DEA coordinates domestic and international drug enforcement operations, manages the national drug scheduling system, and operates intelligence programs tracking drug trafficking trends.
Back to all agenciesDrug Seizures (lbs)
328M
Arrests Per Year
26,800
Fentanyl Seized (kg)
13,200
Meth Labs Seized
112
Priority Target Orgs
285
Cases Filed (Annual)
Penalties Collected Trend ($M)
Top Enforcement Actions
| Action | Respondent | Date | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Fentanyl Trafficking Network | Sinaloa Cartel Network (28 defendants) | 2023-04-14 | $1.2B (seized assets) | Criminal Prosecution |
| Pill Mill Operation and Opioid Distribution | Rochester Drug Co-Operative | 2022-07-20 | $20M | Criminal Fine |
| Darknet Drug Marketplace Operation | Hydra Market Operators | 2022-04-05 | $25M (seized crypto) | Asset Forfeiture |
| Pharmaceutical Diversion Scheme | Rite Aid Corporation | 2023-08-28 | $7.5M | Settlement |
| Precursor Chemical Smuggling | Auden Mckenzie Pharma | 2023-11-03 | $15.2M | Criminal Penalty |
Enforcement Topics
FentanylOpioid CrisisDrug TraffickingPharmaceutical DiversionDarknet MarketsPrecursor Chemicals