Can I still listen to police scanners in Haiku-Pauwela, HI?
Based on FCC license data, not yet confirmed by the agency. We haven't confirmed with Haiku-Pauwela's police or fire department whether their radio is encrypted. Source: FCC ULS license file of 18 Oct 2026, checked 27 Oct 2026.
What the FCC licenses show
Public safety channels in Maui County, HI are mostly digital (67% digital, 16% analog, 18% both). Licenses don't show encryption, so some channels may still be encrypted.
No license in the FCC file is in Haiku-Pauwela's own name, so its police and fire most likely use county or regional radio (5 public safety licensees in Maui County).
FCC source: FCC ULS license file, file date 18 Oct 2026, as of 27 Oct 2026.
Which scanner works here
Most public safety radio around Haiku-Pauwela (Maui County) is licensed as mostly digital. No scanner can play encrypted channels.
Top pick
Uniden SDS100 (handheld)
Most public safety radio around Haiku-Pauwela is licensed as mostly digital. A digital P25 Phase II scanner hears analog and P25, wherever traffic isn't encrypted. It also handles simulcast sites, which licenses don't show.
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Cheaper P25 option
Whistler WS1065 (desk)
Hears P25 Phase I and II, but can struggle near simulcast sites. A good choice if you've confirmed the local system isn't simulcast.
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Price as of 19 Oct 2026
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