Sheriff's Office Fully Encrypted
York County Sheriff's Department
York, South Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope All Special Operations
Technical Details P25 DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
37 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
36 Unencrypted
3% Encrypted
Radio System: York County SC Public Safety, Palmetto 800
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27416 | SC DNR Ch 6 | Ch 6 York,Chester,Clarendon,Fairfield,Lee,Kershaw | 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
Want to help restore transparency to York County? Here's how you can make a difference: