Plainfield, IL – Holiday travel in Illinois will see heightened police presence starting today as departments statewide, including Plainfield Police, begin stepped-up impaired-driving enforcement through Jan. 5, officials announced.
According to the Plainfield Police Department, officers will participate in the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High, Get a DUI,” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns. The initiative is supported by the Illinois Department of Transportation’s safety outreach program, “It’s Not a Game,” aimed at reducing serious crashes during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
Sgt. Dino Dabzic reportedly emphasized that impaired driving is “unacceptable” and said police will be operating in “full force” throughout the season. Officials stress that motorists should plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging a ride through public transportation or ride-share services.
Police offered several safety tips for residents as holiday gatherings increase:
• Use community sober ride programs and plan transportation before drinking.
• Stop friends or family from driving impaired by taking their keys and helping arrange a ride.
• Always wear a seat belt, which authorities say remains the best defense against impaired drivers.
• Avoid distractions, including texting or scrolling on mobile devices.
• Obey posted speed limits and adjust speed for conditions.
The enforcement campaign is funded through federal highway safety grants administered by IDOT and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Officials say the seasonal push aligns with a statewide effort to reduce fatalities and make roadways safer as year-end celebrations ramp up across Will County, the Chicago metro region, and the state of Illinois.
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