the eligible drinking age should be raised to 21
...nk driving causes 18% of all fatal crashes in New South Wales. Because one-third of all drink drivers in fatal accidents are 17 to 24 years of age, the eligible drinking age is evidently too low. A rise in eligible drinking age would stop many accidents on Australian highways, leading to fewer accidents and therefore fewer fatalities. Most street crimes are committed under the influence of alcohol. Recently, an Australian survey showed that over 40% of street crimes were under the influence of alcohol. Street crimes include shoplifting, stealing and break and entering. Because alcohol allows the drinker to lose concentration and act abnormally, these crimes are often committed without intention. If the drinking age were to be elevated to 21, these crimes would lessen as drinkers would be more mature, handling themselves easier. Most 18 to 21 year olds have not stopped developing their brains and other important aspects structured inside their bodies. In the final processes of growth, which is about 18 to 21, it is important that their body is well treated. Also,...