The Oswego Police Department issued 89 citations for handsfree law violations and 34 citations for other violations during April’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month enforcement campaign. During the campaign, a total of 123 citations were issued for the following violations:
Results:
•89 distracted driving
•17 speeding
•14 seat belt
•3 DWLS/NVDL
“We strongly enforce traffic laws for one reason – to save lives,” said Cathy Nevara, the department’s spokesperson. “This increased enforcement was implemented to help motorists avoid the often-deadly consequences of distracted driving with a simple reminder: Put the Phone Away or Pay.”
The Oswego Police Department joined forces with the Illinois State Police, local law enforcement and highway safety partners for this enforcement effort.
The Illinois distracted driving campaign is funded with federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.
— Oswego Police Department