Police Department Partially Encrypted
Laurel Police Department
Jones, Mississippi
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations except the special event TG
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
6 Total Talkgroups
2 Encrypted
4 Unencrypted
33% Encrypted
Radio System: Mississippi Wireless Information Network (MSWIN)
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34001 | 34-LPD DISP | Laurel Police - Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 34002 | 34-LPD CAR | Laurel Police - Car to Car | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts some of their communications while leaving others open. Specific channels or operations are encrypted.
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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