
January 3, 2024 – The Illinois State Police Troop 7 have announced the results of its seat belt usage patrols for December,
The Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) were held in Macon and Vermilion County, providing extra patrol coverage for the ISP so officers could focus on seat belt enforcement.
According to Commander, Acting Captain Brian Dickmann, there were 25 seat belt citations, 1 child restraint citation, 44 other citations, and 7 written warnings.
“Most motorists know safety belts save lives, but some ignore their safety and that of their families by neglecting to use safety belts and child restraint devices,” Dickmann said. “These patrols reinforce the occupant protection message by focusing on those who ignore the law.”