Police Department Fully Encrypted
Montrose Police Department
Montrose, Colorado
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
8 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
5 Unencrypted
38% Encrypted
Radio System: State of Colorado DTRS
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8073 | Montrose PD 1 | Police 1 Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 8075 | Montrose PD 3 | Police 3 Car/Car | Encrypted |
| 8076 | Montrose PD Tac | 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
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