Be careful with plucking down big bucks for a digital scanner without first determining the system the agency you wish to monitor is using. There are different digital algorithms for different systems. But that's only the half of it. Some agencies use digitally encrypted systems. The best I have been able to investigate, there is no scanner on the market that can monitor these systems as it is most likely illegal.

The digital systems are predominantly located in larger urban areas, while trunked systems are becoming the norm in mid-sized metropolitan areas. However, there are still alot of of analog repeater systems out there in small municipalities and rural areas.

This is definitely an area where local research will save you from wasting money.

Craig.