The wail of police sirens and the flashing red and blue cruiser lights during a traffic stop can be quite unnerving for most people, but for autistic and neurodivergent drivers, the situation can lead ...
An Illinois lawmaker who also serves in law enforcement says proposed legislation creating a “Blue Envelope” program for autistic drivers could improve communication during traffic stops, ...
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) announced the launch of the Blue Envelope Program: an initiative to help communication and ensure safety during interactions between law ...
DENVER (KDVR) — Jefferson County is adopting the Blue Envelope Program, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office announced in a video on social media. The program was introduced in Connecticut in 2020 ...
Getting pulled over can be nerve-wracking for anyone. However, for people on the autism spectrum, that moment can quickly turn overwhelming or dangerous, especially if communication breaks down. Now, ...
AVON LAKE, Ohio — The Avon Lake Police Department has launched a new initiative aimed at making traffic stops safer and less ...
PROVIDENCE – The state has launched a new initiative to ease communication between drivers on the autism spectrum and law enforcement officers during traffic stops. The Rhode Island Division of Motor ...
NORTHAMPTON CO., Pa.- Blue envelopes could be coming to Northampton County. The Blue Envelope Program is a presence in communities across the country. It aims to deescalate tension and anxiety during ...
MERRIAM, Kan. — The Merriam Police Department has joined the Blue Envelope Program, aimed at improving interactions with individuals who have developmental disabilities or mental health problems. The ...
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A new driving program in Indiana has the potential to transform the way police interact with drivers with disabilities. The Blue Envelope Program is a nationwide awareness tool ...