Sheriff's Office Fully Encrypted
Chowan Sheriff's Department
Chowan, North Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 ADP
Scope All Law Enforcement TG's
Technical Details P25 ADP
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
10 Total Talkgroups
6 Encrypted
4 Unencrypted
60% Encrypted
Radio System: North Carolina VIPER
View 6 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11008 | Chowan SO | Sheriff | Encrypted |
| 11009 | Chowan SO Admin | Sheriff Administration | Encrypted |
| 11010 | Chowan Invest | Sheriff Investigations | Encrypted |
| 11011 | Chowan SO Narc | Sheriff Narcotics | Encrypted |
| 11016 | Chowan SO Tac | Sheriff Tac | Encrypted |
| 11025 | Chowan SO Tac | Sheriff Tac | 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
Want to help restore transparency to Chowan County? Here's how you can make a difference: