Oswego Police Launch Traffic Enforcement Campaign For Thanksgiving

OSWEGO, IL — The Oswego Police Department launched a new enforcement campaign Friday, encompassing Thanksgiving festivities.

Through Dec. 2, officers will be on the lookout for seat belt violations, speeding, distracted driving, and alcohol- or drug-impaired driving as part of the campaign, which uses slogans "Click It or Ticket" and "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over."

The Oswego Police Department is teaming up with Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies to keep the roads safe during the holidays.

"Thanksgiving brings more vehicles, longer trips and more festivities," spokesperson Cathy Nevara said in a statement. "Seat belts remain one of the simplest and most effective ways to save your life in a crash. We’re asking every driver and passenger to buckle up, every trip, every time, and to make a plan for a sober ride before the celebrations begin. If you drink alcohol or use cannabis, don’t drive."

Police shared the following tips ahead of the holiday:

• Before you go out, choose a sober driver or plan to use a taxi, public transit or a rideshare service.
• If you host, offer alcohol‑free beverages and help guests arrange sober transportation.
• If you’ve used cannabis, do not drive. Effects can be delayed and impair reaction time and judgment.
• If you see an impaired driver on the road, pull over safely and call 911.
• Make sure everyone in the vehicle wears a seat belt. It’s your best defense against an impaired driver.