Drunk driving has been on the rise. Drunk driving accidents are about one-third of all traffic related accidents. This shocking amount is a result of several factors that have contributed to its rise. Factors such as the increased number of young people driving, the so-called law in place, and the consequences and preventions methods that come from driving drunk. Drunk drivers are the reason why these incidents are occurring and they should be seen as criminals, not people who are sick. They need to be punished to the fullest and there should be more restrictions in order to prevent more deaths due to drunk driving.
Since the number of young drivers has risen, study has shown that they are more likely to get in drunk driving related accidents.