Police Department Partially Encrypted
Dauphin County Police
Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations except Dispatch TG's
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
1 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: PA-STARNet: Pennsylvania Statewide Radio Network
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12137 | CPD Dauphin PD1 | Capitol Police Dauphin Co PD 1 Patch | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts some of their communications while leaving others open. Specific channels or operations are encrypted.
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
Take Action
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