ng themselves at unsafe risks. Even a perfectly sober driver is at risk of danger on the road because they could possibly be hit by a drunk driver. Because alcohol slows reaction speed, decreases coordination, and causes blurred vision, driving while drunk is quite dangerous and can result in fatal accidents or other serious consequences. The legal drinking age in the US today is 21, and although laws exist to persecute underage drinkers, they are, for the most part, unsuccessful in halting the trend. Prosecution for underage drinking and drunk driving vary greatly, ranging from tickets and fines to loss of driving priveledges and jail time. The sentences depend on the BAC, or blood alcohol level, the speed and safety of the driver, and whether or not anyone else got hurt. To today's society, both legal and illegal drinking are widely accepted and practiced. While so many negative consequences exist, heavy drinking remains high on many Americans' lists. Perhaps one day this trend will blunder and cause America to be more healthy and happy. But until that day, there is little hope for altogether bringing an end to irresponsible drinking....
