The NOAA Office for Law Enforcement (OLE) is a division of the United States Department of Commerce. Its primary role involves enforcing compliance with laws and regulations governing marine resources, fisheries, coastal areas, and associated industries within the jurisdiction of the U.S. This includes investigating illegal activities such as fisheries violations, marine pollution incidents, smuggling, and other offenses that impact the country's coastal regions and exclusive economic zone. The OLE also plays a key role in search and rescue missions, ensuring public safety, and protecting critical infrastructure within its jurisdiction.