When discussing these three different laws, I have varied opinions on each. People should fully understand what it means to have responsibility before they are given certain rights or the option to make certain decisions. I agree with the age requirement in relation to purchasing tobacco and purchasing and consuming alcohol. I believe that the set ages give adolescents enough time to develop a sense of responsibility and good decision-making skills. By the time a person turns 18 years old, I feel that they have the option to choose whether or not they want to smoke. In regards to alcohol, I think 21 is a good age because studies have shown that this it’s the age when the brain is fully developed. Most people are much more responsible at the age of 21 then when they are 18 or younger.
Although I agree with the set ages for the drinking age and the age to purchase tobacco products, I disagree with the age requirement to be able to drive. I believe that being 15 to receive a learner’s permit and being 16 to receive a provisional license is too young. If the age requirement was raised I think it would give teenagers more time to grow and become more mature before learning how to operate a vehicle. I also think that allowing people at these ages to drive conflicts with alcohol consumption in a way. Many teenagers are exposed to alcohol before the age of 21. This leads to more choices and responsibilities that teenagers are having to face. When exposed to alcohol and driving, many issues can evolve such as driving under the influence, which in return lead to more car accidents on the roads. If the driving age was raised then it would spread out these new responsibilities and allow people to become mature enough to handle both.
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