Orland Police Ramp Up Traffic Patrols For Labor Day Stretch

ORLAND PARK, IL — Orland Park police will increase patrols for impaired and distracted drivers in the days up to and including Labor Day.

Orland Police announced a 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 the end of summer and Labor Day weekend near.

With messages like “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “If You Feel Different, You Drive Different,” “Drive High Get a DUI” and “Click It or Ticket,” this high-visibility enforcement initiative will run from Aug. 16 through the early morning hours of Sept. 3, encompassing Labor Day weekend.

"We want our community to understand the importance of making smart decisions behind the wheel, on Labor Day and every day," 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."

In addition to targeting impaired drivers, the campaign will emphasize the "Click It or Ticket" initiative, underscoring the importance of wearing seat belts. Buckling up is the single-most effective way to protect yourself in a crash. Whether you're driving across town or across the country, whether in the front seat or back, always remember to wear your seat belt and ensure all passengers are also buckled.

"As you celebrate, remember to designate a sober driver," said Chief Rossi. “Drunk driving is not acceptable behavior, especially when there are so many safe alternatives to get home safely. Do not let friends or family members drive drunk, high or impaired by other drugs. Even a small amount of alcohol, cannabis or other impairing substance can impair judgment and reaction times, making driving unsafe."

The Illinois “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “If You Feel Different, You Drive Different,” “Drive High Get a DUI” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns are administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation with federal dollars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.