### Question
What is the definition of foreign law enforcement authority?


### Answer
The definition of **foreign law enforcement authority** is as follows in *31 U.S.C. § 310*:

> any foreign agency or authority that is empowered under foreign law to detect, investigate, or prosecute potential violations of law

#### Citation:
  - *31 U.S.C. § 310*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE I-GENERAL > CHAPTER 3-DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY > SUBCHAPTER I-ORGANIZATION**

