Police Department Fully Encrypted
Lakeland Police
Polk, Florida
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
17 Total Talkgroups
16 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
94% Encrypted
Radio System: Polk, Hardee, Highlands, DeSoto Counties Public Safety, Lakeland City Services
View 16 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5561 | LWALPD TAC 1 | Tactical-1 | Encrypted |
| 5562 | LWALPD TAC 2 | Tactical-2 | Encrypted |
| 5563 | LWALPD TAC 3 | Tactical-3 | Encrypted |
| 5564 | LWALPD TAC 4 | Tactical-4 | Encrypted |
| 51 | LPD N Dispatch | LPD North Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 55 | LPD Citywide Tac | LPD Citywide Tac | Encrypted |
| 57 | LPD S Dispatch | LPD South Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 77 | LPD Street Crime | LPD Street Crime | Encrypted |
| 75 | LPD Spec Ops 3 | LPD Special Operations 3 | Encrypted |
| 67 | LPD TTY | Info/ Record Checks | Encrypted |
| 63 | LPD Narcotics | LPD Narcotics | Encrypted |
| 53 | LPD N TAC | LPD North Tactical | Encrypted |
| 65 | LPD Narc Tac 1 | LPD Narcotics Tac 1 | Encrypted |
| 69 | LPD Spec Event | LPD Special Events | Encrypted |
| 71 | LPD Spec Ops 1 | LPD Special Operations 1 | Encrypted |
| 73 | LPD Spec Ops 2 | LPD Special Operations 2 | 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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