Sheriff's Office Tactical Only
McHenry County Sheriff
McHenry, Illinois
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Most operations except for Dispatch, Admin, Coroner, Corrections Tac 1, and Interop
Technical Details P25 AES-256
What This Means
This agency encrypts tactical channels used for special operations, SWAT, and sensitive investigations. Regular dispatch may still be accessible.
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
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