Just now, I spoke to Sheriff Chronister on the phone (I produce Newsradio 970 WFLA) -- I asked him his views on Encryption and such... discussed what Gary Pruitt had said.
He did acknowledge TAC channels being encrypted, but said the Dispatch channels have no need to be encrypted... as public will find out anyway in any press releases.
Additionally, he acknowledged they WILL be transitioning soon to the new system - due to better coverage throughout the county.
He was very polite and knowledgeable on the topic.
Will keep you updated if I learn more.
He did acknowledge TAC channels being encrypted, but said the Dispatch channels have no need to be encrypted... as public will find out anyway in any press releases.
Additionally, he acknowledged they WILL be transitioning soon to the new system - due to better coverage throughout the county.
He was very polite and knowledgeable on the topic.
Will keep you updated if I learn more.