United States Postal Inspection Service
Overview
Organization Type
Agency
Government Level
Federal
Official Website
Visit Official Website
Governing BodyUnited States Postal Service
Postal Inspector
Officer TitlePostal Inspector
JurisdictionNationwide
Authority TypeSpecialized
Enforces Traffic LawsNo
Purpose
Investigate criminal, civil, and administrative violations of mail-related laws
Duties
- Investigation
- Serve warrants
Postal Police
Officer TitlePolice Officer
Role WebsiteVisit Role Website
JurisdictionPostal facilities
Authority TypeGeneral
Enforces Traffic LawsLimited
Traffic Authority NotesLimited to federally owned property. State laws may also be applicable.
Purpose
Provide law enforcement services for postal buildings, personnel, property, mail, and mail-in-transit
Duties
- Patrol
- Access Control
Vehicle
