State Agency Fully Encrypted

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Statewide, Wisconsin

Encryption Details

Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope Forestry Comm
Technical Details P25 DES-OFB

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

Fight encryption at Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Contact local officials to demand transparency.

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Statewide, Wisconsin
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