Police Department Fully Encrypted
Hueytown Police Department
Jefferson, Alabama
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations and Talkgroups
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
4 Total Talkgroups
4 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: Alabama Interoperable Radio System (AIRS)
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 959 | Hueytown Fire | Fire: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 961 | Hueytown FireTac | Fire: Tac | Encrypted |
| 1607 | Hueytown Police | Police: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 1609 | Hueytown PD Tac | Police: Tac | 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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