Police Department Fully Encrypted
Golden Valley Police Department
Hennepin, Minnesota
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope 1 car to car TG encrypted for LE Use
Technical Details P25 on ARMER
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
9 Total Talkgroups
2 Encrypted
7 Unencrypted
22% Encrypted
Radio System: Allied Radio Matrix for Emergency Response (ARMER)
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10458 | GVLY PD C2C | Golden Valley Police Car to Car | Encrypted |
| 10460 | GVLY PD C2C | Golden Valley Police Car to Car | 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
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