Oliver County, ND isn't checked yet
We haven't checked police, fire and EMS here yet, so we can't tell you which scanner works.
FCC data, not yet confirmed
What the FCC licenses show
FCC licenses show this county's public safety channels are a mix of analog and digital (11% digital, 22% analog, 67% both), from 4 public safety licensees. Licenses don't show encryption, so some channels may still be encrypted. Source: FCC ULS license file of 18 Oct 2026.
Which scanner works here
Top pick
Uniden SDS100 (handheld)
Most public safety radio in Oliver County, ND is licensed as a mix of analog and 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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Analog only
Uniden BC125AT (handheld)
Hears only the analog channels, which here are part of the picture.
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Until then, four questions will help you choose:
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