Police Department Fully Encrypted
Pearl River Police Department
St. Tammany, Louisiana
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
7 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
1 Mixed
3 Unencrypted
50% Encrypted
Radio System: Louisiana Wireless Information Network (LWIN)
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14219 | 10-HRFD DISP | Houston River Fire - Dispatch | Mixed |
| 34631 | 52-PRPD DISP | Pearl River Police Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 34632 | STP-PRPD2 | Pearl River Police 2 | Encrypted |
| 34633 | STP-PRPD3 | Pearl River Police 3 | 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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