August 18, 2025 – The Decatur Police Department is one of over 200 law enforcement agencies across Illinois participating in the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High Get a DUI” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns this Labor Day.
From August 15th through the early morning hours of September 2nd, officers will be out in force, focused on stopping impaired driving, enforcing seat belt laws and reducing other dangerous driving behaviors.
“Driving under the influence — whether it’s alcohol, cannabis or any impairing drug — is not just risky, it’s illegal,” said Sgt Steve Hagemeyer. “We’ll be patrolling with zero tolerance for impaired driving, because our goal is to protect the people of Decatur.”
Officers will also be enforcing seat belt laws as part of the “Click It or Ticket” initiative.
“We want our community to enjoy the holiday weekend safely and responsibly,” said Hagemeyer. “Plan ahead, use a designated driver, and never get behind the wheel impaired. These decisions save lives.”
This local effort is part of a larger statewide campaign supported by the Illinois Department of Transportation, which administers the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns with federal highway safety funds.
