Sheriff's Office Tactical Only
Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office
Bernalillo, New Mexico
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Tactical and NCIC
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
11 Total Talkgroups
7 Encrypted
4 Unencrypted
64% Encrypted
Radio System: New Mexico DTRS
View 7 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14551 | BCSO East Tac | Sheriff East Tac | Encrypted |
| 14553 | BCSO North Tac | Sheriff North Tac | Encrypted |
| 14555 | BCSO South Tac | Sheriff South Tac | Encrypted |
| 14557 | BCSO West Tac | Sheriff West Tac | Encrypted |
| 14558 | BCSO NCIC | Sheriff NCIC | Encrypted |
| 14565 | BCSO Distrct Crt | District Court | Encrypted |
| 14566 | BCSO Court House | Court House | 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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