Police Department Fully Encrypted
Foley Police Department
Baldwin, Alabama
Encryption Details
Encryption Type NXDN Scrambling
Scope All Operations and Talkgroups
Technical Details NXDN Scrambling
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
8 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
3 Mixed
4 Unencrypted
31% Encrypted
Radio System: Bay Minette, Daphne, Foley, Robertsdale, Alabama Interoperable Radio System (AIRS)
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | Foley Police 1 | Police: Dispatch 1 | Mixed |
| 121 | Foley Police 2 | Police: Dispatch 2 | Mixed |
| 129 | Foley PoliceJail | Police: Jail Operations 1 | Mixed |
| 137 | Foley Police Ops | Police: Operations 1 | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts all of their radio communications, including routine dispatch. The public, journalists, and even other first responders cannot monitor their activities.
Impact on Transparency
- Journalists cannot monitor police activity for breaking news or investigative reporting
- Community members cannot track police response to incidents in their neighborhood
- Researchers cannot study police communication patterns and response times
- Other first responders may face interoperability challenges during emergencies
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