Police Department Fully Encrypted
Norton Police
Bristol, Massachusetts
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope Police Channel 3
Technical Details P25 DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
1 Total Talkgroups
0 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
0% Encrypted
Radio System: Massachusetts State Police
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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