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Radios for Corrections & Probation

Radios for correctional facilities, inmate transport, and probation or community supervision. Filter by where the radio is used: Facility for posts inside a secure building, Transport for vehicle runs that leave the property, and Probation Field for officers working dispersed in the community.

A two-way radio is a communication tool. It is not a duress system and not an inmate-tracking system - an emergency button alerts other radios, it does not summon anyone on its own. Read the buying guide for fleet sizing, FCC licensing, channel planning, and where signal fails inside a facility.

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Which Radio Fits Your Corrections Team?

Start with facility staff, transport teams, supervisors, and probation field personnel. Compare the roles below, then confirm coverage and compatibility for your operation.

Radio or use caseBest forCoverageLicensing and planning
CP100d Non-Display RadioFacilityLocal radio; system-dependent coverageConfirm U.S. business licensing
R2 Two-Way RadiosFacilityLocal radio; system-dependent coverageConfirm U.S. business licensing
SL300 DisplayProbation FieldLocal radio; system-dependent coverageConfirm U.S. business licensing
R7 Digital Two-Way Radio with DisplayFacilityLocal radio; system-dependent coverageConfirm U.S. business licensing
TLK25 LTE & Wi-Fi RadioTeams within managed Wi-Fi coverageCompatible Wi-Fi networkService plan required
SL300 Non DisplayFacilityLocal radio; system-dependent coverageConfirm U.S. business licensing

Fleet planning noteEquipment selection must follow your organization's approved communication requirements. A product listing alone does not establish system compatibility.

Guard tower and layered security fencing at a United States federal prison
Corrections radio system planning

Plan Communication Around the Facility and the Field.

Secure doors, reinforced construction, vehicle movements, and off-site assignments create different coverage needs. Start with the facility communication requirements and the existing radio system before choosing equipment for each role.

  • Review coverage in staff work areas and vehicles
  • Confirm compatibility with the existing system
  • Evaluate field connectivity and approved accessories
Corrections radio system planning

Plan the Whole Corrections Team

Build your plan around facility staff, transport teams, supervisors, and probation field personnel, with the right equipment and support for the way they work.

Map critical work areas

Include control points, staff rooms, corridors, yards, and vehicle staging areas in the coverage review.

Confirm required features

Document the operating modes, access controls, audio accessories, and approved equipment your organization requires.

Plan off-site assignments

Review transport routes and probation field coverage separately from the facility radio footprint.

Read the Corrections Radio Buying Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose radios for corrections teams?

Start with facility staff, transport teams, supervisors, and probation field personnel. Use the segments above to explore the existing lineup, then compare the coverage, accessories, and operating setup for each role. Confirm compatibility with any radios you already own before adding equipment.

How should we plan coverage?

Secure doors, reinforced construction, vehicle movements, and off-site assignments create different coverage needs. Start with the facility communication requirements and the existing radio system before choosing equipment for each role.

Will any radio work with our facility system?

No. The frequency band, radio protocol, programming, and required system features must match. Provide the existing model numbers and system details so compatibility can be reviewed before purchasing.

Can different radio models work together?

Compatibility depends on the frequency band, operating mode, programming, and radio system. Local business radios and network-based WAVE PTX devices do not automatically communicate with one another. Share your current model numbers so we can review the connection before you purchase.

What information should I include in a quote request?

Include the number of simultaneous users, their roles, your work areas, shift lengths, existing radio models, and any coverage problems. For corrections teams, also note the operating conditions and accessories each role needs.

Not Sure What Your Corrections Team Needs?

Tell us about your team roles, work areas, existing radios, and coverage concerns. We will help you build a practical corrections radio plan.

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