The Galesburg Police Department is urging motorists to drive sober this Halloween when children and their families will be walking through neighborhoods after dark trick-or-treating for candy and goodies. If you will be out scaring up a good time, remember to plan ahead for a sober ride home.
“Heading out to a Halloween party? Before the fun starts, decide how you’ll get home,” said Lt. Bryan Anderson. “Just one drink or hit can impact your ability to drive safely and make responsible decisions. Planning ahead will help keep you – and others – safe.”
Never get behind the wheel impaired. It is illegal in Illinois to drive impaired by alcohol, marijuana, or any other impairing substance. DUIs are not restricted to alcohol-related offenses. If you drive high, you’ll get a DUI.
The Galesburg Police Department urges everyone to follow these simple tips to help keep our roads safe this Halloween:
- Plan a safe way to get home before you attend a party.
- Designate a sober driver, take public transportation, use your favorite ride-sharing app, or call a sober friend or family member to get home.
- If you are walking, designate a sober friend to accompany you home.
- If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact local law enforcement as soon as it is safe to do so.
- If you see an impaired person about to drive, take their keys and help them get home safely.
The Halloween enforcement and awareness effort is funded by federal highway safety dollars administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.
