Crime & Safety

Barrington Police to Crack Down on Drunk Drivers

The department announced its Memorial Day "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" impaired driving crackdown.

 

The Barrington Police Department announced its late‐night & daytime plans for the 2012 Memorial Day “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” impaired driving crackdown. The intensified enforcement effort against the overwhelming number of late‐night impaired drivers and safety belt violators underscores the disproportionate number of traffic deaths occurring during late‐night hours. 

According to data from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the midnight to 3 a.m. timeframe is the deadliest time on Illinois roadways. Not coincidentally, the data also shows this time of day has the highest percentage of alcohol involvement and the lowest safety belt usage rate. 

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“The numbers do not lie. We will be stepping up our late‐night and daytime enforcement efforts, making sure impaired drivers are off the road and motorists are buckled up,” said Chief Jerry Libit. “In Barrington, please remember, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” 

The Barrington Police Department recommends designating a sober driver and not letting friends and family drive impaired as just two of several simple steps to avoid a tragic crash or an arrest for impaired driving. Other important tips include: 

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  • Plan ahead. Designate a sober driver before going out and give that person your keys. 
  • If you are impaired, call a taxi, use mass transit or call a sober friend or family member to get you home safely. 
  • Promptly report impaired drivers you see on the roadways to law enforcement. 
  • Wear your safety belt and make sure all passengers are buckled up. It is your best defense against an impaired driver. 


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