Lansing, IL – Police across Illinois are ramping up enforcement ahead of Thanksgiving, urging drivers to buckle up and stay sober during one of the year’s busiest travel weeks.
According to the Lansing Police Department, the “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaigns begin Thursday, Nov. 21, and continue through Monday, Dec. 2. Officers will be targeting violations related to speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving caused by alcohol or drugs, including cannabis.
“Seat belts remain one of the simplest and most effective ways to save your life in a crash,” Lansing police said in a release. “We’re asking every driver and passenger to buckle up, every trip, every time — and to plan for a sober ride before celebrations begin.”
Officials warn that Thanksgiving weekend typically brings increased traffic, longer trips, and more alcohol-related crashes. Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead by designating a sober driver, using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft, or arranging alternate transportation.
If you see an impaired driver on the road, police say to pull over safely and call 911. They also remind motorists to ensure everyone in the vehicle wears a seat belt.
This statewide enforcement effort is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation and federal safety grants, aligning with Illinois’ “It’s Not a Game” road safety initiative.
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