The City of Pittsburg Police Department now provides access to the Blue Envelope Program, which bridges the communication gap for drivers with various disabilities and law enforcement. During traffic stops, if a driver shows law enforcement a blue envelope, this signals that the driver may need additional accommodation. The blue envelope was primarily created to assist drivers with autism, but can also support those with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, intellectual and developmental disabilities, Tourette’s syndrome, or any other condition that might require different communication strategies. The envelope also stores important documents related to traffic stops in one place, such as the driver’s license, registration, insurance, and communication tips clearly printed for drivers and/or occupants and law enforcement officers.
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