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Voluntary initiative helps people with autism, dementia, or anxiety communicate more easily during traffic stops
REDLANDS, Calif. — The Redlands Police Department has joined the Blue Envelope Program, a voluntary effort aimed at improving communication between law enforcement and individuals with disabilities or conditions that may affect their ability to interact during a traffic stop.
The program is designed to assist people with autism, dementia, anxiety, or other communication-related conditions by offering a clear way to alert officers that the individual may need accommodations.
Participants can place important documents—such as a driver's license, registration, and insurance—inside a clearly marked blue envelope, which can also include notes to guide officers on how best to communicate with the driver or passenger.
Participation is free and requires no formal registration. The program is supported by the San Bernardino County Chiefs of Police and was developed in collaboration with community-based service providers.
Use of the envelope does not affect officer safety protocols or enforcement decisions, officials said.
To pick up your free Blue Envelope Program material, visit the Redlands Police Department at 1270 W. Park Ave.
For information on the Blue Envelope Program contact the Redlands Police Department at (909) 798-7681, visit https://www.cityofredlands.org/blue-envelope-program
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