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Berkeley and Richmond Police Encrypt Radio Communications, Limiting Transparency

The Berkeley and Richmond Police Departments have moved to encrypt their radio communications, joining a growing trend among law enforcement agencies. This decision, made to protect sensitive information and comply with state guidelines, ha...

Berkeley police will encrypt all radio traffic, a blow to transparency advocates
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Boston Police Encrypting Scanner Transmissions: What It Means for Public Access

The Boston Police Department (BPD) has transitioned to an encrypted digital radio system, restricting access to real-time scanner transmissions. This change impacts news outlets, community watchdogs, and anyone who relies on police scanners...

Sorry, scanner listeners: BPD is encrypting its transmissions starting this weekend