No Nationwide Ban on Alcohol Production: Prohibition did not completely ban the production of alcohol. While the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages were prohibited, some individuals and organizations still produced alcohol illegally.
No Complete Abstinence from Alcohol Consumption: Despite the legal ban on alcohol, many people continued to consume alcoholic beverages. In fact, some individuals even flouted the law openly, leading to the rise of speakeasies and bootlegging.
No End to Alcohol-Related Problems: Prohibition did not eliminate alcohol-related problems such as alcoholism, drunk driving, and organized crime. In fact, some argue that these issues may have even worsened during this period.
No Uniform Enforcement of Prohibition Laws: The enforcement of Prohibition laws varied widely across the country. Some areas were more strict in their enforcement, while others were more lenient. This inconsistency led to disputes and controversies over the interpretation and application of the laws.
No Immediate Repeal of Prohibition: Prohibition was not immediately repealed after its implementation. It took over a decade for the public and political sentiment to shift in favor of its repeal. Ultimately, the ratification of the 21st Amendment in 1933 officially ended Prohibition.