Hawaii Encrypted Agencies
8 public safety agencies in Hawaii have encrypted their radio communications.
RadioReference Verification
| Agency Name | County | Type | Encryption | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | Other | P25 AES-256 | Fully Encrypted | |
| Honolulu | State | P25 AES-256 | Fully Encrypted | |
| Honolulu | Ems | P25 AES-256 | Fully Encrypted | |
| Honolulu | Fire | P25 AES-256 | Fully Encrypted | |
| Honolulu | Other | P25 AES-256 | Fully Encrypted | |
| Honolulu | Police | P25 AES-256 | Fully Encrypted | |
| Honolulu | Transit | P25 AES-256 | Fully Encrypted | |
| Honolulu | Other | P25 AES-256 | Fully Encrypted |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public safety agencies in Hawaii are encrypted?
8 agencies in Hawaii are documented as encrypted: 8 (100%) fully encrypted and 0 with partial encryption. See the full table below for specific agencies.
Which Hawaii agencies have verified encryption data?
6 of the 8 agencies listed here (75%) have been checked directly against the RadioReference API, covering 27 documented talkgroups. The rest are sourced from the community-maintained RadioReference Wiki and may be less current.
Which county in Hawaii has the most encrypted agencies?
Honolulu County leads Hawaii with 8 encrypted agencies (100% fully encrypted). Browse the county list below to see how your area compares.
Can I still monitor police scanners anywhere in Hawaii?
Fire and EMS channels frequently remain open even where police departments have fully encrypted. Use the filters below to check specific agencies near you.
Can Hawaii residents get an encryption decision reversed?
Yes — encryption is a local policy decision, not a technical requirement. Communities in other states have reversed encryption decisions through sustained city council pressure and public-records requests; see our guide on fighting encryption for the specific tactics that have worked.
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