Other Agency Fully Encrypted
Albion DPS
Calhoun, Michigan
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope All LE Operations
Technical Details P25 DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 High confidence
35 Total Talkgroups
13 Encrypted
22 Unencrypted
37% Encrypted
Radio System: Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)
View 13 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12316 | 81EMU SECURE | Eastern Michigan University DPS Tactical | Encrypted |
| 23561 | 13PADPS | Albion DPS | Encrypted |
| 3480 | 499KDPS | Police Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 3489 | 499KDPSTAC1 | Tactical - 1 | Encrypted |
| 3490 | 499KDPSTAC2 | Tactical - 2 | Encrypted |
| 3491 | 499KDPSTAC3 | Tactical - 3 | Encrypted |
| 3492 | 499KDPSTAC4 | Tactical - 4 | Encrypted |
| 3493 | 499KDPSTAC5 | Tactical - 5 | Encrypted |
| 3494 | 499KDPSTAC6 | Tactical - 6 | Encrypted |
| 3495 | 499KDPSTRU1 | Tactical Response Unit 1 | Encrypted |
| 3471 | 499KDPSAD1 | DPS - Admin 1 | Encrypted |
| 3472 | 499KDPSAD2 | DPS - Admin 2 | Encrypted |
| 3496 | 499KDPSTRU2 | Tactical Response Unit 2 | 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
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