Police Department Fully Encrypted
Waterford Township 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 Low confidence
3 Total Talkgroups
2 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
67% Encrypted
Radio System: Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32518 | 63WTPOL1 | Waterford Twp. Police: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 32519 | 63WTPOL2 | Waterford Twp. Police: Secondary | 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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