Lansing, IL – The Lansing Police Department is warning residents to think twice before getting behind the wheel impaired this Halloween season. Officers have joined a statewide crackdown on drunk and drugged driving, reminding motorists that “It’s Not a Game.”
According to the department, the enforcement effort—part of Illinois’ “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High, Get a DUI” campaigns—will continue through Halloween weekend. Funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the initiative aims to prevent crashes and keep trick-or-treaters safe as families travel through neighborhoods after dark.
Police emphasized that impairment isn’t limited to alcohol. Driving under the influence of cannabis or any drug remains illegal, even for adults with legal access. “If you drive high, you’ll still get a DUI,” the department said.
Residents are urged to plan ahead for a sober ride by designating a driver, using a ride-share app, or calling a friend or family member for help. Officers also remind drivers to wear seat belts and report suspected impaired motorists to law enforcement.
The campaign runs statewide, reinforcing IDOT’s “It’s Not a Game” safety message ahead of one of the busiest nights of the year for impaired driving.
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