Police Department Fully Encrypted
Hoboken Police
Hudson, New Jersey
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 Phase II DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
5 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: New Jersey Interoperability Communications System (NJICS)
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4889 | Hoboken PD/EMS | Hoboken Police/EMS - Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 4891 | Hoboken PD 2 | Hoboken Police 2 | Encrypted |
| 4893 | Hoboken PD 3 | Hoboken Police 3 | Encrypted |
| 4895 | Hoboken PD 4 | Hoboken Police 4 | Encrypted |
| 4897 | Hoboken PD 5 | Hoboken Police 5 | 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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