Some of the employees of the agency that I work for have already purchased their own personal Baofengs so that they can monitor or communicate on FRS, MURS and marine frequencies. The radios are programmed with names, so that they know what frequency that they're actually using. Most of them are already familiar with the different services, so they understand the limitations and regulations. Some of them are amateur operators too, which helps in the overall scheme of things, especially when I'm trying to explain a radio specific concept.
Some of them are familiar with direct frequency input, and I've found that many LEO's and other public servants are more familiar with radios than the general public, because they frequently rely on radios. Where I'm located, cell service is spotty, so radios can be a lifeline. I'm not too concerned about folks listening, because most modern scanners are going to allow anyone to monitor any open radio transmission. If Big Brother wants to listen, then they will. Use radio propagation, modes, and frequencies wisely, and you can still maintain some privacy.