All 3 listed Macomb County agencies are encrypted
3 public safety agencies in Macomb County, Michigan have encrypted their radio communications. 100% Encrypted
Radio encryption in Macomb County
Three Macomb County police departments are tracked and all three records are verified against RadioReference system data. Warren Police and St. Clair Shores Police use P25 DES-OFB, Clinton Township Police uses P25 ADP, and each encrypts all monitored channels. All three run on Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS), where 90 talkgroups are catalogued for the county and only 6 are encrypted, leaving 83 in the clear. Encryption here is concentrated on the departments listed rather than spread across the system, so a scanner set up for MPSCS still picks up most catalogued county traffic.
Compiled from this site's agency database. Encryption status changes without notice — confirm any specific agency on RadioReference.
Radio systems serving Macomb County
- Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)
Of 90 talkgroups catalogued for Macomb County, 6 are encrypted and 83 remain in the clear. A scanner can still receive the unencrypted channels.
All 3 Macomb County records here have been checked against a primary source.
System and talkgroup counts come from this site's agency database and change without notice — confirm current status on RadioReference.
Encryption Technology Used in Macomb County
Encrypted Agencies in Macomb County
| Agency Name | Type | Encryption | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton Township Police ✓ | Police | P25 ADP | Fully Encrypted |
| St. Clair Shores Police ✓ | Police | P25 DES-OFB | Fully Encrypted |
| Warren Police ✓ | Police | P25 DES-OFB | Fully Encrypted |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Macomb County police radio encrypted?
Yes, all 3 public safety agencies in Macomb County, Michigan have fully encrypted their radio communications.
How many police departments in Macomb County are encrypted?
3 police departments in Macomb County have implemented some level of encryption, along with 0 sheriff offices, 0 fire departments, and 0 EMS agencies.
What encryption technology does Macomb County use?
The most common encryption type in Macomb County is P25 DES-OFB, used by agencies for secure communications. This encryption blocks public scanner monitoring.
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