Crime & Safety
2024 Holiday Traffic Safety Campaign Underway In Lake County: Sheriff
The "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" and "Drive High, Get a DUI" traffic safety campaign runs through Jan. 2.
LAKE COUNTY, IL — The Lake County Sheriff's Office, along with the Illinois Department of Transportation, are asking motorists to "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" and "Drive High, Get a DUI" as part of the annual holiday safety campaign. The campaign, which began Tuesday, runs through Jan. 2.
According to the Lake County Sheriff's Office, the campaign is made possible through federal highway safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, administered by IDOT.
The LCSO is urging everyone to take the following simple steps to prevent impaired driving:
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- Plan ahead — Designate a sober driver, use public transportation, or arrange for a ride-sharing service.
- Report dangers — If you spot an impaired driver, pull over safely and dial 911.
- Buckle up — It’s your best defense against impaired drivers.
"Make this holiday season memorable for all the right reasons. Celebrate responsibly and help ensure everyone gets home safely," the LCSO said in a news release.
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