Speeding creates unnecessary risks for all motorists, reducing the driver’s ability to steer safely around other vehicles, hazardous objects or unexpected curves. #speeding
DuPage County Sheriff’s Office will join the Illinois State Police and more than 200 local police and sheriff’s departments for the statewide effort. #safety
The checkpoint, in partnership with the Morton Grove Police Department, is scheduled for the evening of May 9 near Harlem Avenue and Dempster Street. #checkpoint
“Unique pressures and emotional tolls come with the badge and leave far too many officers feeling alone or hopeless. Our legislature must do everything it can to protect those who protect our communities. This resolution is one small step in doing that.” #lawenforcement
“With all the confusion surrounding the SAFE-T Act, it’s important that we make things as clear as possible,” said Joyce. “It is my hope that by clarifying items brought to me by my local State’s Attorneys and police, we will give law enforcement and the courts the tools they feel they need to keep people safe.”
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