Police Department Partially Encrypted
Vancouver Police
Clark, Washington
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations except Volunteer Police
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
3 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
2 Unencrypted
33% Encrypted
Radio System: CRESA 911
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15205 | CC LE Cntl 3 | Control 3 - Vancouver Police | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts some of their communications while leaving others open. Specific channels or operations are encrypted.
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
Take Action
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