Sheriff's Office Fully Encrypted
Monroe County Law
Monroe, Illinois
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Law Secure talkgroup
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
13 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
1 Mixed
11 Unencrypted
12% Encrypted
Radio System: STARCOM21 Statewide Illinois
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8418 | Monroe Law Sec | Law: Secure | Encrypted |
| 29006 | Monroe EMS 29006 | Monroe County EMS: Paging/Dispatch | Mixed |
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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