Police Department Partially Encrypted
Providence Police Department
Providence, Rhode Island
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations Except Dispatch and All Call
Technical Details P25 DES
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Low confidence
2 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
50% Encrypted
Radio System: Rhode Island Statewide Communications Network (RISCON)
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10229 | PROV COLL | Providence College Security - Dispatch | 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
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