Orland Park Police Department: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, Drive High – Get a DUI
Orland Park Police Department: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, Drive High – Get a DUI (Orland Park, IL) — The Orland Park Police Department announced its partnership with the Illinois State Police and law enforcement across the state to step up efforts to stop impaired driving and help save lives as we near the end of summer and the busy Labor Day weekend. No matter how you plan to celebrate summer’s end, make sure you do it safely.
“Our first priority is to keep people safe, so we’re asking everyone to plan ahead for a sober ride home if they’ll be drinking or using another impairing substance,” said Orland Park Police Chief Eric Rossi. “Let’s make this a partnership between law enforcement and motorists: Help us protect the community and put an end to the dangers of impaired driving.”
The high-visibility “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign runs from Aug. 18 through the early-morning hours of Sept. 5. During this period, motorists can expect to see roadside safety checks, more officers on the road and increased messaging about the dangers of impaired driving.
“Drunk driving is not acceptable behavior, especially when there are so many safe alternatives to get home safely,” said Chief Rossi. “It is essential to plan a sober ride home before you ever leave for the party.”
The Orland Park Police Department recommends these safe alternatives to drinking and driving:
Remember that it is never okay to drink and drive. Even if you’ve had only one alcoholic beverage, designate a sober driver or plan to use public transportation or a ride service to get home safely.
If you see a drunk driver on the road, contact 9-1-1 immediately.
Do you have a friend who is about to drink and drive? Take the keys away and make arrangements to get your friend home safely.
In addition to looking for drunk drivers, The Orland Park Police Department will step up seat belt enforcement, particularly at night when seat belt usage rates are at their lowest. Speeders and distracted drivers should also be aware.
The Labor Day “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High. Get a DUI.” enforcement efforts are made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Orland Park Police Department: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, Drive High – Get a DUI
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