Woodland Park Police Department Participates in Blue Envelope Program

WOODLAND PARK, NJ - As a way to help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) gain more independence, the Woodland Park Police Department is participating in a program through the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office called the Blue Envelope program.

The initiative aims to ensure officers are aware of their diagnosis during any future traffic stops. In the event of a traffic stop, this program helps officers quickly identify drivers with ASD and provides guidance on how best to communicate and interact with them.

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Drivers who sign up for this free program will receive a blue envelope that explains their diagnosis and whether they are verbal or not. They will place copies of their driver's license, vehicle registration, insurance card, and a contact card with pertinent information in a blue envelope. The program packet also provides tips for ASD drivers on how to best interact with officers should their vehicle be stopped.

Drivers on the spectrum can stop by police headquarters, 5 Brophy Lane, to pick up a program packet.

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