Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office urges safe rides for superbowl weekend

MOUNT VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is reminding Super Bowl partygoers to plan for safe rides home with sober drivers.

Chief Deputy Prudent urged residents to prioritize safety, saying even one drink or hit of cannabis can impair judgment.

To ensure a safe evening, officials recommend designating a sober driver, using public transportation or ride services, and always wearing a seatbelt.

The Illinois “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign is administered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.