Can I listen to Mount Pleasant Police on a police scanner?

No. Mount Pleasant Police has fully encrypted their radio communications using P25 DES-OFB. No consumer scanner can decode encrypted transmissions.

Why did Mount Pleasant Police encrypt their radio?

Police departments typically cite officer safety and operational security as reasons for encryption. However, encryption also eliminates public oversight, prevents journalists from monitoring police activity, and can harm emergency coordination with other agencies.

Can Isabella County reverse the encryption decision?

Yes. Encryption is a policy choice, not a technical requirement. Multiple communities have successfully reversed encryption decisions through public pressure, city council advocacy, and coalition building. See our guide on fighting encryption for specific strategies.

What can I do about Mount Pleasant Police encryption?

You can: 1) Contact your local elected officials to express concerns, 2) Attend city council meetings during budget discussions, 3) File FOIA requests for radio recordings, 4) Join or build a local coalition advocating for transparency, 5) Support legislation requiring public access to police communications.

Police Department Fully Encrypted

Mount Pleasant Police

Q: Is Mount Pleasant Police radio encrypted?

Yes. Mount Pleasant Police uses P25 DES-OFB encryption. This agency encrypts all of their radio communications, including routine dispatch. The public, journalists, and even other first responders cannot monitor their activities.

Isabella, Michigan

Encryption Details

Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB

Scope Unknown Encrypted TG for MPPD

Technical Details P25 DES-OFB

Verified Talkgroup Data

Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence

12 Total Talkgroups

5 Encrypted

7 Unencrypted

42% Encrypted

Radio System: Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)

View 5 talkgroups

DEC	Alpha Tag	Description	Status
2479	25F37	Mount Morris Twp. Fire: Proprietary Tactical	Encrypted
2484	25F44	Mount Morris City Fire: Proprietary Tactical	Encrypted
2519	25PD598	Mount Morris City Police: Proprietary	Encrypted
2531	25PD845	Mount Morris Twp. Police: Proprietary	Encrypted
13180	37E-TAC	Mount Pleasant Police: Encrypted	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

Mount Pleasant Police Isabella, Michigan

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