If a passenger has an open container of alcohol in the car, can that be a crime and what would the results be of it?
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If a passenger has an open container of alcohol in the car, can that be a crime and what would the results be of it?
The passenger is also a bus driver for a high school.
Asked on June 21, 2012 under Criminal Law, New York
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of most states in this country, the possession of an open container of alcohol by anyone in a motor vehicle on a public road is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to six (6) months in jail and/or a one thousand dollar ($1,000.00) fine.
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