Police Department Fully Encrypted
St. Clairsville Police
Belmont, Ohio
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All County Law Enforcement Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
16 Total Talkgroups
4 Encrypted
12 Unencrypted
25% Encrypted
Radio System: Belmont County
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3085 | St Clair PD | St Clairsville PD | Encrypted |
| 3155 | PC Admin | Police administrative | Encrypted |
| 3115 | Barkamp PR | Barkamp State Park Rangers - Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 3111 | StClairPDPvt | St Clairsville PD - Private | 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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