Bolingbrook Police Steps Up Enforcement For Distracted Driving Awareness Month

BOLINGBROOK, IL — In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Bolingbrook Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies across Illinois to step up enforcement efforts throughout April, the department shared in a news release.

Motorists can expect increased patrols looking for texting, social media use, video viewing and other distracted driving violations, police said.

"Distracted driving puts everyone at risk, and even a quick glance at a phone can have devastating consequences," a news release from the department said. "During April, officers will be looking for distracted driving violations and reminding motorists to put the phone away and focus on the road."

Police advised that if you need to send a message, check directions or return a call, pull over and park safely first.

In Illinois, manually using an electronic communication device while driving is illegal.