Browse Encrypted Agencies by Type
2,837 public safety agencies have encrypted their radio communications. Browse by agency type to understand the scope of encryption across different sectors.
Police Departments
Municipal and city police
Sheriff Offices
County law enforcement
Fire Departments
Fire suppression and rescue
Other Agencies
Specialized agencies
EMS Agencies
Ambulance and paramedic services
State Agencies
State police and highway patrol
Federal Agencies
FBI, ATF, DEA, and others
University Police
Campus law enforcement
Airport Police
Airport security
Military
Military installations
School Police
School district security
Transit Police
Public transit security
Corrections
Prisons and jails
Hospital Security
Medical center security
Understanding Agency Types
π Law Enforcement
Police departments, sheriff offices, and state agencies make up the majority of encrypted agencies. These are the primary targets for transparency advocates.
π Fire & EMS
Fire departments and EMS agencies increasingly encrypt, often citing HIPAA compliance. However, dispatch and operational communications can remain public.
ποΈ Specialized Agencies
Universities, transit systems, airports, and federal agencies serve specialized functions but still impact public safety and transparency.
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