Is it illegal to have a mixed drink in a solo cup in the car while you are driving
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08-25-10 12:57 PM #1
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open container law
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08-25-10 01:32 PM #2
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08-25-10 01:33 PM #3
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Depends on where you are at. Why would you want to?
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08-25-10 01:54 PM #4
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Having the dixie cup of booze in your car, whether or not it's considered against open container laws in your state, is probably a good indicator to the officer pulling you over that you've had something to drink from that container (and driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal in all 50 states). People don't generally poor some booze into a cup just to go for a drive, but many idiots decide (foolishly) to take their drink with them when they leave the party they've been drinking at.
So while it may well be against open container laws in your state, even if it isn't, it's going to be a nice red flag if you get pulled over that you may be DUI.**Visiting/New LEO members: please review the following link for further information on our LEO verification process (which also grants access to our LE-restricted forums for networking and discussions that are LE-sensitive): LEO Verification Details **
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08-25-10 02:03 PM #5
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Illegal in PA.
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08-25-10 02:17 PM #6
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Every state I know of has a law, called Driving While Ability Impaired. That means your body has any alcohol in your system from .01 up to .079. The legislation was part of some federal DOT money several years back and I think most states have it. Under that law, (which I know is still active in NY/NJ) you can be arrested.
And why would anyone drink and drive?-In God we trust. All others, put your hands on the car and don't move.
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08-25-10 04:56 PM #7
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Good for a trip to jail here in Kansas.
PS, the tow bill for the car will cost more than the ticket
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08-25-10 07:39 PM #8
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I can't imagine where that Would be allowed!
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08-25-10 08:21 PM #9
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Originally Posted by jayd
Can you repeat the question please?
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08-25-10 08:31 PM #10
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First let me ask you a question....are you seriously that retarded?
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08-27-10 03:09 AM #11
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Illegal in TN for driver to have an open container. Currently not illegal for passengers, but there may be city/town ordinances that prohibit it.
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08-27-10 10:54 AM #12
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lmao! Originally Posted by laww
-In God we trust. All others, put your hands on the car and don't move.
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