Dry county
Dry county refers to a county in the United States where the sale of alcohol is either entirely or partially prohibited. The term is not exclusive to the United States and can be applied to any geographic region where similar alcohol restrictions are in place.
History[edit | edit source]
The concept of a dry county originated during the Prohibition era, a period from 1920 to 1933 when the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages were banned nationwide. Although the 21st Amendment ended Prohibition, it allowed states to maintain their own laws regarding alcohol sales. This led to the creation of dry counties, where local governments decided to continue enforcing Prohibition laws.
Prevalence[edit | edit source]
As of 2021, there are hundreds of dry counties across the United States, with a significant concentration in the South. States like Kentucky, Arkansas, and Mississippi have a high number of dry counties. However, the concept is not limited to these regions. Some states, like Nevada and Alaska, allow individual communities to decide their alcohol laws, leading to the existence of dry towns or villages within otherwise "wet" counties.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The impact of being a dry county varies. Some studies suggest that dry counties have lower rates of alcohol-related problems, such as drunk driving and alcoholism. However, other research indicates that these areas may have higher rates of methamphetamine use and illegal alcohol sales. Economically, dry counties often lose potential tax revenue from alcohol sales to neighboring "wet" counties.
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