Police Department Fully Encrypted
Coeur d'Alene Police Department
Kootenai, Idaho
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations and Talkgroups
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
7 Total Talkgroups
4 Encrypted
3 Unencrypted
57% Encrypted
Radio System: Avista Utilities, Idaho Cooperative Agencies Wireless Interoperable Network (ICAWIN)
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28013 | Coeur PD 1 | Police 1 Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 28014 | Coeur PD 2 | Police 2 Records | Encrypted |
| 28015 | Coeur PD 3 | Police 3 Tac | Encrypted |
| 28821 | Coeur PD Detec | Police Detectives | 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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