Purchasing firearms is another privilege. At the age of eighteen, one can purchase his or her first firearm, and as one will decide, he or she can use it however they want, even if it means spending time in jail. A firearm is something that holds great legal responsibility. It is dangerous and, if not used correctly can be deadly. Why offer an eighteen year old the right to own a firearm, but not allow the choice to consume alcohol?.
An eighteen year old adult has the legitimate decision to make legally binding contracts between themselves and others. This is something that requires maturity and good judgement. Without maturity and good judgement a person can face major legal consequences and even jail time. .
Individuals who are the age of eighteen have the right to join the armed forces. By joining the armed forces a person's life could be lost for his or her country. It seems a bit of a paradox that an eighteen year old may fight in combat, possibly die in the line of duty, yet cannot legally have a drink while lying on one's death bed. Perhaps this scenario is an even stronger argument for men, because they are required to register for the draft as soon as they turn eighteen. .
Another privilege an eighteen year old has is the right to vote for the leaders of his or her nation. Leaders of the nation make decisions that concern a person's everyday life. Think about this the government gives eighteen year olds the opportunity to vote for his or her President, but exempts an eighteen year old from alcoholic beverages. If a politician wanted to tackle this issue, eighteen year olds would be suitable to vote his or her opinion. .
Responsibility is another concern when a person turns eighteen. Starting at the age of eighteen, one has the responsibility for crimes committed. A person the age of eighteen or older now has to face adult charges. Possibly having to serve the death penalty, life in prison, and other punishments.
