05/22/2026
Sharing information - For newly licensed drivers residing in Branford, North Branford, and Guilford, Information about the Connecticut's Blue, Green, and Yellow envelope programs will be available at the "Breaking Barriers Traffic Stop Practice for Newly Licensed Drivers” on Saturday May 30th 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Guilford High School. Registration is required and the deadline is extended to Wednesday May 27th (please see the Facebook post below for more information and requirements). Register here: https://www.guilfordpd.com/news_detail_T24_R20.php
Sharing an article about the Yellow envelope program: https://www.wfsb.com/2026/02/06/connecticut-launches-yellow-envelope-initiative-people-with-disabilities/
More on the envelope programs in Connecticut:
https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/resources/dmv-about-us/customeraccomodationsunit/the-blue-envelope?language=en_US
https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/resources/the-yellow-envelope?language=en_US
https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/resources/the-green-envelope?language=en_US
Hey teens and parents/guardians! We are extending the registration deadline for our first ever “Traffic Stop Practice for Newly Licensed Drivers” event to next Wednesday, May 27th! We still have seats open and encourage any newly licensed drivers to sign up!
We're excited to be teaming up with the Branford Police Department and North Branford Police Department for this educational event which will be held on Saturday, May 30th from 9AM-12PM at Guilford High School (605 New England Rd.)
The program will consist of two parts: Starting at 9AM, a slideshow presentation held in the Guilford High School library, followed by mock traffic stops in the school parking lot.
What You'll Learn 👮♂️👮
🚗 What to do when you see the flashing lights (and what NOT to do)
🚙 Possible outcomes of a traffic stop
🚗 What to do if you're involved in a traffic crash
🚙 About CT's Blue, Green, and Yellow Envelope Programs
The mock traffic stop will then show new drivers first hand how a traffic stop plays out in real life.
This event is free and open to any newly licensed drivers residing in Guilford, Branford, and North Branford. Drivers must have a valid driver's license or learner's permit, must attend with a parent or guardian, and must bring their valid license/permit, vehicle registration, and insurance card to the event.
➡️ Click the link in the comments below or visit guilfordpd.com to register by Saturday, May 23rd (registration is required).
We hope this program will help newly licensed drivers stay calm, safe, and informed during a traffic stop. Thank you for sharing, and hope to see you there! 🚓🚓
*The Breaking Barriers Mock Traffic Stop Event for Newly Licensed Drivers was created by the CT Chiefs of Police Association in partnership with the CT Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and CT Department of Motor Vehicles. The program is designed to strengthen communication and understanding between police officers and motorists, particularly new drivers.
