That'd be a great statement, but NYC doesnt operate that way... this isn't some LAPD tv show where they are always standing in a coffee shop and can casually step away and go over to a "secure channel".Agreed!!
Encryption should ONLY be on tac channels and sensitive comms channels, NOT dispatch.
Apps like citizen make people linger around jobs and encourages them to film for their 3 seconds of fame even on bull**** jobs. It just draws rubber neckers that feel the need to go check things out even though they wouldn't step in to help if needed.
Want to listen? Go work for them and be properly vetted.