DES MOINES – Iowa law enforcement announced a plan for a statewide crack down on motorists during this year’s Super Bowl festivities.
To keep motorists safe during Super Bowl LVII, The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is teaming up with Iowa law enforcement to remind football enthusiasts, Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk. If you plan to drink alcohol, plan for a sober ride home. If you’re hosting a party, take care of your guests.
In 2021 over 13,700 drivers were arrested for OWI in Iowa. The average cost of an OWI is $5000 (including fines, fees and insurance increase). The average cost of a Super Bowl Ticket is $5000.
GTSB Chief Brett Tjepkes said, “Our mission is to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Iowa’s Roadways. We know risky behavior, like driving impaired, increases the chances of those outcomes. Our law enforcement partners across the state will be looking for impaired drivers and won’t hesitate to get drunk drivers off the road. We all spend so much time planning what we’re bringing to the party, plan for a sober ride home.
“Before choosing to drink, choose your team’s MVP – A sober designated driver. If you’re hosting a party; serve food, non-alcoholic beverages, stop serving alcohol at the end of the third quarter and take keys from anyone who has too much to drink.
“You can’t be a Monday Morning Quarterback if you’re behind bars… or worse. Make plans and enjoy the game!”
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau works with city, county, state and local organizations to develop and implement strategies to reduce deaths and injuries on Iowa’s roadways using federally funded grants.
SUPER BOWL LVII will be played on February 12, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles.
