Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign

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August 16, 2021

The Sauk County Highway Safety Task Force is joining law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign from Friday, August 20 through Labor Day (September 6). The Task Force is comprised of the Sauk County Sheriff’s Department, Baraboo Police Department, Lake Delton Police Department, Reedsburg Police Department, and Sauk Prairie Police Department.

Someone is killed in an alcohol-related traffic crash every three hours in Wisconsin. Drugged driving is also a growing problem in our state.

This statewide law enforcement partnership aims to keep people safer on the roads by eliminating the risks of impaired driving.

Last year in Wisconsin, there were 6,050 alcohol-related crashes, including 167 deaths. Alcohol contributed to more than a quarter of all traffic fatalities.

Drug-impaired drivers are also putting people in danger on the roads. A driver’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle is compromised by drugs, including prescription and over-the-counter medications. Last year, there were 2,250 drug-related crashes that caused 80 deaths. That’s up from 1,749 crashes in 2019, including 59 fatalities.

Everyone in the community can help in several ways:

If you plan to celebrate, identify a sober designated driver, or find a safe alternative way home. Never allow someone who is impaired to get behind the wheel.

Protect yourself and your passengers every time you travel. Make sure everyone is buckled up. Watch your speed and eliminate distractions.

If you suspect a driver is impaired call 911. Provide as much detail as possible on the driver, vehicle, and location.

Download the free “Drive Sober” mobile app from the WisDOT website. The app includes a “find a ride” feature to help locate mass transit and taxi services.

Call Bar Buddies for transportation in the following areas:

Baraboo          608.370.4354
Reedsburg      608.495.9202
Sauk Prairie    608.370.4300
Spring Green  608.588.5591

 

Chip Meister

Sauk County Sheriff