Community Safety
Welcome to the Blue Envelope Program
A voluntary initiative designed to improve interactions between law enforcement and individuals with disabilities during traffic stops or law enforcement encounters.
Key Aspects of the Program
- Purpose: To reduce anxiety and improve safety for individuals with special needs during police encounters.
- Usage: Drivers can present the blue envelope — which contains their license, registration, and insurance — to a deputy, instantly communicating the driver's condition.
- Voluntary: The program is free, voluntary, and does not involve a central registry.
- Supportive Action: Upon seeing the envelope, officers are equipped to offer accommodation.
Where to Obtain a Blue Envelope
Blue Envelopes are available free at the following Imperial County Sheriff's Office locations:
ICSO Records
328 Applestill Road
El Centro, CA
Holtville PD
585 Fern Avenue
Holtville, CA
Brawley Substation
220 Main Street, Suite #207
Brawley, CA
How the Program Works
Drivers who participate receive a blue envelope that holds their essential documents:
- Driver's license
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Emergency contact information
- Optional communication card or sensory considerations
Who Can Participate
The Blue Envelope Program is available to:
- Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- People with communication challenges
- Drivers who experience sensory sensitivities
- Parents or caregivers of young drivers with ASD
Watch: Blue Envelope Program
Hear directly from the Imperial County Sheriff's Office about how the program works and the impact it has on the community.
Video hosted on Facebook. If the embed doesn't load, you can watch it directly at facebook.com/ImpCoSheriff.
Contact Us
For questions or to obtain a Blue Envelope, please contact the Imperial County Sheriff's Office.
Phone: (442) 265-2000
Records (for pickup): (442) 265 2125