Sheriff's Office Fully Encrypted
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
Jefferson, Kentucky
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope JCSO 1, 2, and 3
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
4 Total Talkgroups
4 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: Louisville Emergency Communications Network: MetroSafe
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | JCSO 3 | Sheriff 3 (Courthouse Security) | Encrypted |
| 41 | JCSO 1 | Sheriff 1 | Encrypted |
| 60 | JCSO 2 | Sheriff 2 | Encrypted |
| 61 | JCSO 4 | Sheriff 4 (Small Cities Dispatch) | 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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