Police Department Fully Encrypted
Clifton Police Department
Passaic, New Jersey
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
2 Total Talkgroups
2 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: New Jersey Interoperability Communications System (NJICS)
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5091 | Clifton PD Disp | Clifton PD Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 5093 | Clifton PD Ops | Clifton PD Ops/Alt Dispatch | 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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