The Brief
- Montgomery County police held mock traffic stops for drivers with disabilities and autism.
- The program aims to help people know what to expect when they get pulled over.
- More than 70 people participated in the mock traffic stops.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. – Montgomery County police pulled over dozens of people on Tuesday for practice to help drivers with disabilities and autism know what to do when they see flashing lights behind them.
What we know:
Getting pulled over can be a stressful situation. Even more so if you have autism or a disability which could present as non-compliance due to lack of eye contact or ability to communicate clearly. …