Groton Police Embrace, Promote CT 'Blue Envelope' Program

GROTON, CT — The Blue Envelope was created to enhance communication between a police officer and a driver with autism spectrum disorder. It provides written information and guidance on enhancing effective communication between police officers and people with autism spectrum disorder.

The purpose of the envelope is to have the driver place their insurance card, registration and driver license in it, so they can hand it to the officer during a traffic stop. On the outside of the envelope is helpful tips and instructions for both the officer and driver on how to successfully communicate with each other.

The envelope was created by a new state law effective January 1, 2020.

The envelopes are available at all DMV locations, police stations, driving schools and through autism advocacy groups.

To be kept in the glove box, or visor of a car, police officers are trained to know what the envelope means. It's advised that a driver ask the officer if they can reach for their envelope.

Groton town and city police are embracing and promoting the program.