Open Container Laws: What Every Driver Should Know
Understanding Open Container Laws Across America: Most people think all states ban open alcohol containers in cars, but the rules are more complex than many realize. While the majority of states follow strict open container laws, several states have different approaches that surprise many drivers. Open container laws prevent drivers and passengers from having unsealed alcoholic beverages in the passenger area of a vehicle. The passenger area includes any space where people sit, but usually excludes the trunk or cargo area behind the last row of seats.