When in a motor vehicle on or off the highway, it is:
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Illegal to keep an open container of alcohol in the passenger compartment.
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Acceptable to drink alcoholic beverages if you are not driving.
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Permissible to drink a moderate amount of alcohol when driving with a passenger.
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Illegal to drink from, but permissible to transport, open containers of alcohol in the passenger compartment.
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Explanation
The law is very strict about use or possession of alcohol in a vehicle on or off the highway. It's illegal to have an open container of alcohol in the passenger compartment. The open container must be stored in the trunk or another area inaccessible to passengers to avoid any potential distractions or temptations for the driver.
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