Police Department Fully Encrypted
Tulsa Police Department
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations as of 12/9/23
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
26 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
21 Unencrypted
19% Encrypted
Radio System: Oklahoma Wireless Interoperability Network (OKWIN) (P25)
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 775 | EMSA Tulsa A | EMSA Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 2115 | Tulsa Co SO Tac3 | Sheriff Tac 3 | Encrypted |
| 1331 | Tulsa Co SO Enc1 | Sheriff Tactical Encrypted 1 | Encrypted |
| 1333 | Tulsa Co SO Enc2 | Sheriff Tactical Encrypted 2 | Encrypted |
| 2575 | Tulsa Co SO Enc | Sherif Dispatch Encrypted | 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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