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Alcohol, Drugs & DUI Penalties

An open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle is generally:

  • A.Allowed if it belongs to a passenger
  • B.Allowed if it is mostly empty
  • C.Prohibited for the driver and passengers while the vehicle is on a public road
  • D.Allowed on weekends only
Correct answer

C. Prohibited for the driver and passengers while the vehicle is on a public road

Why

California's open-container rules ban possessing an open alcoholic beverage in the passenger compartment. Keep any lawful alcohol sealed or in the trunk area where permitted.

Manual topic: California Driver Handbook - Alcohol and Drugs · From the California Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (CAC-091).

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