Sheriff's Office Fully Encrypted
Beaufort County Sheriff
Beaufort, South Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Traffic
Technical Details P25 DES
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
11 Total Talkgroups
2 Encrypted
1 Mixed
8 Unencrypted
23% Encrypted
Radio System: Palmetto 800
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1023 | BCSD Narc 1 | Sheriff Narcotics 1 | Encrypted |
| 1034 | BCSD Narc 2 | Sheriff Narcotics 2 | Encrypted |
| 1024 | BCSD Narc 3 | Sheriff Narcotics 3 | Mixed |
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
Want to help restore transparency to Beaufort County? Here's how you can make a difference: