Police Department Fully Encrypted
Oak Park Police Department
Oakland, Michigan
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
28 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
23 Unencrypted
18% Encrypted
Radio System: Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART), ComSource Michigan DMR, Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32410 | 63OPPOL1 | Oak Park Police: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 32411 | 63OPPOL2 | Oak Park Police: Secondary | Encrypted |
| 32477 | 63ROPOL1 | Royal Oak Police Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 32478 | 63ROPOL2 | Royal Oak Police Secondary | Encrypted |
| 32754 | 63OTMED1 | Oakland Tactical Med 1 | 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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