Charles City Police, Other Agencies sTEP Up Traffic Enforcement for Super Bowl

Law enforcement agencies across the state will sTEP up traffic enforcement in conjunction with Super Bowl weekend.

Iowa State Patrol Trooper Jason Solberg explains the safety campaign as part of a public service ad.

The Charles City Police Department is participating in the Super Bowl traffic safety efforts this weekend. Chief Hugh Anderson says impaired driving can come in many forms.

The GTSB reports that almost 14,000 people were arrested for OWI in Iowa in 2021. The average cost of an OWI is $5000, including fines, fees and insurance increase, which is equal to the average cost of a Super Bowl Ticket.