Sheriff's Office Fully Encrypted
Mesa County Sheriff's Office
Mesa, Colorado
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 ADP
Scope Sheriff Investigative TG's are encrypted
Technical Details P25 ADP
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
27 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
24 Unencrypted
11% Encrypted
Radio System: Two Way Communications NXDN, State of Colorado DTRS
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8450 | Mesa SO Crt Sec | Sheriff Courthouse Security | Encrypted |
| 8455 | Mesa SO Invst | Sheriff Investigations (8455) | Encrypted |
| 8456 | Mesa SO Invst | Sheriff Investigations (8456) | 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
Want to help restore transparency to Mesa County? Here's how you can make a difference: