Lansing, IL – As Super Bowl celebrations approach, Lansing police are urging residents to plan ahead and avoid impaired driving, warning that extra patrols will be active throughout the weekend.
According to the Lansing Illinois Police Department, additional DUI enforcement will run from Friday, February 6, through the early morning hours of Monday, February 9, targeting impaired, distracted, and unsafe driving as Super Bowl parties ramp up across the area.
Police say Super Bowl weekend is consistently one of the most dangerous times on the road due to alcohol consumption at parties, bars, and gatherings. Officers are reminding drivers that impairment isn’t limited to alcohol alone and can also include drugs or certain prescription medications that cause drowsiness or slow reaction time.
Residents planning to host or attend Super Bowl gatherings are encouraged to designate a sober driver in advance, use ride-share services, or arrange for safe transportation home. Police also warn that walking while impaired can be dangerous, especially after dark or near busy roadways.
“Whether you’re hosting friends at home, attending a party, or going out to a bar, safety should be your top priority,” police said in a statement. “Driving impaired is never okay.”
Authorities emphasized that seat belt use is mandatory for all vehicle occupants, regardless of seating position. Distracted driving and speeding will also be closely monitored during the enforcement period.
The enforcement effort is part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation with federal highway safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Police also urge residents to step in if they see someone attempting to drive while impaired by taking their keys and helping them get home safely.
Residents with Super Bowl travel plans are encouraged to allow extra time and make responsible decisions before kickoff.
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