Sheriff's Office Specific Channels

Columbia County Sheriff's Office

Columbia, Arkansas

Encryption Details

Encryption Type DMR Enhanced Privacy
Scope Only investigations frequency is encrypted
Technical Details DMR Enhanced Privacy

Verified Talkgroup Data

Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
8 Total Talkgroups
0 Encrypted
8 Unencrypted
0% Encrypted
Radio System: Arkansas Wireless Information Network (AWIN)

What This Means

This agency encrypts specific talkgroups or channels. Some communications may still be monitored.

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

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Contact Your Representatives

Use our templates to email your local officials about police radio encryption policies.

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Read Case Studies

See how encryption has affected real communities - from Highland Park to Chicago.

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Spread Awareness

Share evidence about police radio encryption with your network and community.

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See the Evidence

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