Sheriff's Office Tactical Only

Houston County Sheriff's Office

Houston, Minnesota

Encryption Details

Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope 2 Tac TG's ENC for LE use
Technical Details P25 on ARMER

Verified Talkgroup Data

Verified Mar 6, 2026 Low confidence
3 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
2 Unencrypted
33% Encrypted
Radio System: Allied Radio Matrix for Emergency Response (ARMER)
View 1 talkgroup
DEC Alpha Tag Description Status
10118 HCSO TAC E LAW TAC E Encrypted

What This Means

This agency encrypts tactical channels used for special operations, SWAT, and sensitive investigations. Regular dispatch may still be accessible.

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

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