### Question
What is the definition of law enforcement officer?


### Answer
The definition of **law enforcement officer** is as follows in *28 U.S.C. § 1442*:

> any employee described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C) of section 8401(17) of title 5 and any special agent in the Diplomatic Security Service of the Department of State

#### Citation:
  - *28 U.S.C. § 1442*
  - Heading: **PART IV-JURISDICTION AND VENUE > CHAPTER 89-DISTRICT COURTS; REMOVAL OF CASES FROM STATE COURTS**

