Schoolcraft College
Wayne, Michigan
Encryption Details
Verified Talkgroup Data
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148 | 33LCCTAC | Lansing Community College Police car/car | Encrypted |
| 2673 | 25PMOTT | Mott Community College: Campus Public Safety Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 2796 | 25BCF | Baker College Flint: Campus Safety Dispatch | Encrypted |
Verification Status
We do have per-talkgroup data for Schoolcraft College from the RadioReference API, and used it to set the encryption scope shown above — but no additional human-reviewed source (a live feed check or a dated news account) has been recorded for this record, so treat it as a data-quality correction rather than an independently confirmed verification. Check the live RadioReference database directly for current status.
If you monitor Schoolcraft College directly or have more current information, the fastest way to fix this is to update the RadioReference Wiki entry — our data pulls from there and from the RadioReference API on a regular refresh cycle.
Wayne County Context
Wayne County is a mixed picture: 3 of 15 agencies we track here are fully encrypted (20%), which means some neighboring departments are still audible on a scanner.
See every agency we track in Wayne County → County encryption overview →
What This Means
This agency is listed as encrypting some communications while leaving others open. The per-channel breakdown is unverified — check RadioReference for current status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Schoolcraft College radio encrypted?
Schoolcraft College is listed in our records with P25 ADP encryption — a listing we haven't yet verified against live talkgroup data. This agency is listed as encrypting some communications while leaving others open. The per-channel breakdown is unverified — check RadioReference for current status.
Can I listen to Schoolcraft College on a police scanner?
Possibly. Our database lists Schoolcraft College as encrypting some of its talkgroups while leaving others open, which would leave some channels accessible. The listing is unverified — check RadioReference for specific talkgroup status.
Why do agencies like Schoolcraft College encrypt their radio?
Departments typically point to officer safety and operational security. Neither claim tends to come with evidence specific to Wayne County; what's verifiable is what's lost — journalists can't monitor university police activity in real time, and coordination with agencies that stay unencrypted gets harder.
Can Wayne County reverse the encryption decision?
Yes. Whoever made this call for Schoolcraft College can also unmake it; there's no technical lock-in. The approach that has worked elsewhere combines public-records requests, direct council pressure, and a coordinated local coalition.
What can I do about Schoolcraft College encryption?
Start local: show up when Wayne County officials discuss the budget for Schoolcraft College, and ask specifically why full encryption was chosen over a delayed feed or tactical-only approach. File a FOIA request for recordings or policy documents, and connect with others nearby who want the same information — a coordinated ask carries more weight than an individual one.