People with autism can now have it noted on their driver’s license, thanks to N.J. law

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Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation allowing people with autism to note it on their N.J. driver’s license to eliminate misunderstandings when interacting with police.

was signed in to law by Gov. Phil Murphy.

The governor signed the bill on May 15 that was sent to him in April after it unanimously passed the state Assembly last month and the state senate in February. Autism advocates said the law is needed to avoid complications and misunderstandings when a driver with autism is stopped by police. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.

 

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