Sheriff's Office Fully Encrypted
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office
Forsyth, North Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope Natcotics TG
Technical Details P25 DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
11 Total Talkgroups
0 Encrypted
11 Unencrypted
0% Encrypted
Radio System: Winston-Salem / Forsyth County
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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