Police Department Fully Encrypted
Penn State Berks Police
Berks, Pennsylvania
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
4 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
3 Unencrypted
25% Encrypted
Radio System: Berks County, Mid-Atlantic Digital Radio Network
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | BerksPALaw | Police Inter-agency Regional Ops (State Law Enforcement Agencies) | 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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