Lockport, IL – The Lockport Police Department has received an $81,270 federal grant to strengthen DUI and traffic safety enforcement, officials announced this week. The funds come from the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP).
According to the Lockport Police Department, the grant will support enhanced patrols targeting impaired driving, speeding, and seat belt violations through September 2026. The enforcement will run under statewide safety campaigns including “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Click It or Ticket,” and “Drive High. Get a DUI.”
With Halloween celebrations approaching, police are reminding residents that driving under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, or other drugs remains illegal. “While cannabis may be legal for adults, if you drive high, you’ll still get a DUI,” the department said.
Officers encourage everyone to plan ahead for a safe ride home, designate a sober driver, buckle up every trip, and report suspected impaired drivers. The campaign’s goal is to reduce crashes and save lives across Lockport and the surrounding Will County area.
“These grant-funded efforts will help keep our roads safe — not just during holidays, but all year long,” the department added.
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