Police Department Fully Encrypted
Apopka Police
Orange, Florida
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 Phase II DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Low confidence
5 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: United States Department of Defense (14C), Orange County Government
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27161 | OCNAPD 1 | Police Dispatch (Patched to JEB West Sec 1) | Encrypted |
| 27162 | OCNAPD 2 | Police Tac 2 | Encrypted |
| 27163 | OCNAPD 3 | Police Tac 3 | Encrypted |
| 27165 | OCNAPD 5 | Police Tac 5 | Encrypted |
| 7015 | APD Dispatch | Police Dispatch | 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
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