Many drive slower than the speed limit allows. Ironically, these adults call attention to themselves by doing so and are often stopped by law enforcement officers for that reason. Juveniles generally responded that they drive fast. Again, if the juvenile has only had one drink, he or she will not be drunk. In addition, many juveniles believe they are invincible, a belief that often prompts them to take unnecessary risks.
Juveniles are therefore at greater risk of getting into an accident, and a serious accident at that.
Adults generally responded that they have no passengers. In fact, most adults who are stopped for DUI are alone in their cars. Most adults are wise enough not to ride with someone who is too impaired to drive safely. Juveniles responded that they usually have three to five friends in the car. Most juveniles are very social, and they like to be in the company of friends.