Police Department Fully Encrypted

Seattle Police

King, Washington

Encryption Details

Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Hostage Negotiation TG's
Technical Details P25 DES-XL

Verified Talkgroup Data

Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
65 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
1 Mixed
61 Unencrypted
5% Encrypted
Radio System: Justice Integrated Wireless Network, TRBOWEST (WA-OR-ID-CA), WA State Patrol, Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network (PSERN)
View 4 talkgroups
DEC Alpha Tag Description Status
2807 SPD Enc 44912 Encrypted Encrypted
2815 SPD Enc 45040 Encrypted Encrypted
2817 SPD Enc 45072 Encrypted Encrypted
2821 SPD Tac 9 Police Tactical 9 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

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