Other Agency Fully Encrypted

City of El Paso

El Paso, Texas

Encryption Details

Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Police/Fire operations
Technical Details Phase I AES-256

Verified Talkgroup Data

Verified Mar 6, 2026 High confidence
8 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
7 Unencrypted
13% Encrypted
Radio System: El Paso Regional Communications System, Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo, R.T.C. Communication Services
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DEC Alpha Tag Description Status
51 EPFD-EPCH ER El Paso Children's Hospital ER 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

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