Minooka, IL – Holiday travel across Will County and the greater Chicago region will come with stepped-up traffic enforcement beginning this week, as the Minooka Police Department launches its annual “Click It or Ticket” safety campaign to keep roads safer during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
According to the Minooka Police Department, the enforcement period runs from Thursday, December 12, through Sunday, January 5. Officers will be looking for seat belt violations, speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving involving alcohol or drugs, including cannabis. The initiative is part of a statewide effort supported by the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Chief Justin Meyer said proper restraint use is one of the simplest ways to prevent injuries and deaths on the road, especially during the holiday season when travel increases. “Everyone in the vehicle — front seat or back — should be properly buckled every trip,” Meyer said. “Seat belt use should be an automatic habit for everyone.”
The enhanced patrols align with Illinois’ broader “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Click It or Ticket,” and “It’s Not a Game” campaigns, all designed to reduce the number of preventable crashes during peak travel months. Law enforcement agencies across the state will be participating.
Drivers can expect both marked and unmarked patrols in Minooka and surrounding communities as the holiday campaign gets underway. Police are urging residents to plan sober rides, limit distractions, and ensure all passengers — including teens — buckle up before hitting the road.
More information on safe driving practices is available at ItsNotaGameIllinois.com.
This article was produced by a journalist and may include AI-assisted input. All content is reviewed for accuracy and fairness.
Follow us on Instagram & Facebook for more relevant news stories and SUPPORT LOCAL INDEPENDENT NEWS! Have a tip? Message us!
