BLUE ENVELOPE PROGRAM
The Cherry Hill Police Department will be initiating the Blue Envelope Program starting April 1st, 2025. A voluntary program designed to assist drivers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) during traffic stops or other motor vehicle related emergencies.
Being stopped by a police officer can make anyone anxious. For someone with ASD, it can cause an even greater issue, between the heightened situation, the flashing lights, the sounds of radios and other noises.
The Blue Envelope Program provides police officers and other first responders the means to quickly identify an operator of a motor vehicle with ASD, ensuring clear and respectful communication during the interaction.
Drivers with ASD can receive a marked blue envelope where they can keep their vehicle’s documents and the provided emergency contact card. If stopped, they would present the envelope to the officer.
The outside of the blue envelope contains directives for the driver, such as notifying the officer of the blue envelope and keeping your hands on the steering wheel. The reverse side contains guidelines for the officer, such as speaking clearly or allowing the driver extra time to respond to requests. There is also a check off box on the front of the envelope indicating whether the driver is verbal or nonverbal.
If you or your loved one would benefit from the Blue Envelope Program, please stop by and pick one up at the Cherry Hill Police Department’s Headquarters’ window, open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
If you have questions, please contact our Community Response Unit at copps@cherryhillpolice.com or call 856-488-7813.
