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For Drivers with Autism and Police, a Useful, Simple Way to Make Traffic Stops Easier
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Darien Police Department is now participating in the “Blue Envelope” program that’s meant to make traffic stops less tense for both police officers and drivers on the autism spectrum. — an announcement from Darien Police Department
The program, supported by the Connecticut Police Chief’s Association, Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles, and autism advocacy groups, seeks to improve interactions between police officers and people on the autism spectrum. Traffic stops can be stressful for anyone, especially for drivers with autism. To help improve the encounter, participants will keep their vehicle information in the new blue-colored envelope. When the driver is pulled over and retrieves his or her registration at an officer’s request, it will be immediately apparent to the officer that the individual is on the autism spectrum.