As temperatures heat up, Conservation Police Offi cers are reminding boat operators to Keep Drinks Dry on the Water
As temperatures heat up, Conservation Police Officers are reminding boat operators to Keep Drinks Dry on the Water
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Conservation Police Officers are reminding boat operators to always drive sober while on the water.
“When we talk about drunk driving, most people immediately associate it with getting behind the wheel of a car, but they should re-
member the same problems occur when boat operators drive drunk,” said Lt. Curt Lewis, boating law administrator, Illinois Conservation Police. “Just like a car or truck, boats are large, heavy machinery that become extremely dangerous to operate when you’re under the influence.
Already this year, Conservation Police Officers have made 17 arrests for operating under the influence – 10 in June alone. Last year, Conservation Police Officers made 103 arrests for boaters operating under the influence (OUI). Additionally, Conservation Police Officers in 2019 issued 725 citations and 2,623 warnings in enforcement of Illinois boating safety laws.
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