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It encouraged people to break the law because they wanted to show the government that it is America and that it is our American right to be able to drink.

It encouraged people to break the law because they wanted to show the government that it is America and that it is our American right to be able to drink.

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What law dud people break in prohibition?

Provisions of the Volstead Act.


When is it OK for somebody to decide their country is in the wrong and violate its laws?

That is something for the individual to decide for themselves. If other people tell them what to do or encourage them to break the law, then they are conspiring with others to break the law, and that is a crime.


What were results of prohibition?

Prohibition was not only a failure but caused serious and widespread social problems. In many ways, prohibition helped create organized crime, because only well-planned and led operations could distill liquor, bribe officials, deliver to restaurants and bars, and protect against others taking away the profits. Prohibition helped break down America's firm adherence to law and order. Prohibition caused millions of people to routinely break the law. This had long-lasting social implications, including increased contempt for government.


Did prohibition change the attitude of people toward criminals the law the police?

Prohibition led to an increase in organized crime as criminal groups took advantage of the illegal alcohol market. This likely influenced people's attitudes toward criminals, the law, and the police by highlighting the challenges of enforcing prohibition and the allure of breaking the law. The inability to effectively enforce the prohibition laws also raised questions about the role and effectiveness of law enforcement.


Why was Prohibition considered to be a time of social and governmental reform?

Prohibition was a time of social and governmental reform because women received the right to vote just before Prohibition. It was also the first time it was socially acceptable to break the law.


What is the purpose of the Writ of Prohibition?

The purpose of the writ of prohibition is to make people stop doing something that the law prohibits. A writ of prohibition is an order to a court to discontinue trying a case.


When was Law Enforcement Against Prohibition created?

Law Enforcement Against Prohibition was created in 2002.


Why did prohibition fail?

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Which state was the first to pass a prohibition law?

Maine was the first state to pass a prohibition law in 1851.


How did people feel about the law during prohibition?

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Was prohibition a good law?

No, it was counterproductive.


What amendment was the Prohibition law?

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