Sheriff's Office Tactical Only
Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office
Ouachita, Louisiana
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Only Warrents Team, SCAT, and SWAT Talkgroups are encrypted.
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
1 Total Talkgroups
0 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
0% Encrypted
Radio System: Louisiana Wireless Information Network (LWIN)
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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