Police Department Fully Encrypted
Colorado Springs Police Department
El Paso, Colorado
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Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
11 Total Talkgroups
2 Encrypted
2 Mixed
7 Unencrypted
27% Encrypted
Radio System: State of Colorado DTRS
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9462 | CSU Police 3 Tac | Colorado State University Police Tac 3 | Encrypted |
| 1465 | CSM Police | Colorado School of Mines Police | Encrypted |
| 4024 | CSU Police 1 | Colorado State University Police Dispatch | Mixed |
| 4082 | CSU Police 2 Tac | Colorado State University Police Tac 2 | Mixed |
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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