Police Department Fully Encrypted
Oxford Police Department
Calhoun, Alabama
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations and Talkgroups
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
14 Total Talkgroups
8 Encrypted
6 Unencrypted
57% Encrypted
Radio System: Calhoun-Cherokee-Cleburne County
View 8 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10315 | Oxford PD Tac-1 | Police: Tactical 1 | Encrypted |
| 10317 | Oxford PD Tac-2 | Police: Tactical 2 | Encrypted |
| 10319 | Oxford PD Tac-3 | Police: Tactical 3 | Encrypted |
| 10321 | Oxford PD Detctv | Police: Detectives | Encrypted |
| 11363 | Oxford PD Disp | Police: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 11373 | Oxford PD Patrol | Police: Patrol | Encrypted |
| 11481 | Oxford PD 11481 | Police: Tactical | Encrypted |
| 11696 | Oxford PD 11696 | Police: Tactical | 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
Take Action
Fight encryption at Oxford Police Department. Contact local officials to demand transparency.
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