Mahoning County is proud to operate the Blue Envelope Program. The program is designed to promote inclusivity and serve as an enhanced communication awareness tool between law enforcement officers and community members with a condition or disability such as autism spectrum disorder, dementia, a physical disability, or other condition that might require additional accommodations or awareness during an interaction with law enforcement.
The Blue Envelope Initiative was created in collaboration between the Mahoning County Prosecutor, the Mahoning County Sheriff, the Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities, and the Board of Mahoning County Commissioners. The flagship program was designed by the San Diego Sheriff’s Department and has been implemented nationally with different agencies.
The Blue Envelope Program does not have a registry component, therefore, all components of the program are voluntary and self-implemented.
This envelope can be handed directly to a law enforcement officer with necessary information written on the outside and documents can be placed inside.
The key chain can be conveniently attached to your key ring, lanyard, or other items to display the Blue Envelope.
This sticker can be placed on your vehicle’s windows to discreetly communicate that you are part of the program.
The Blue Envelope Program works by allowing an individual to readily display the Blue Envelope logo or present a Blue Envelope upon contact with law enforcement or other community service personnel. The Blue Envelopes can contain the individual’s identification, contact information, or pertinent vehicle operating documents such as the vehicle registration and proof of insurance.
The Mahoning County Special Needs Registry is also available to help police officers and other emergency service personnel better assist residents with special needs. In the event of an emergency, vital information regarding a registrant’s special needs, emergency contact information, physical description, and current photography, can be provided to first responders
Information regarding the Special Needs Registry is available at all locations with the Blue Envelope materials, or on the Mahoning County Prosecutor’s Office website.
Provide your contact information below and we will notify you of any updates related to the Blue Envelope Program.
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. M-F
21 W Boardman Street
6th Floor
Youngstown, OH 44503
Phone: 330-740-2330
Fax (Criminal): 330-740-2008
Fax (Civil): 330-740-2829