What is considered an 'open container of alcohol' in Maryland?

Maryland's open container laws are different than in other states and locales. In many resort towns tourists are invited to carry their open alcohol around in glasses and to enjoy the various nightlife available as long as they do so responsibly and do not get out of hand. read more

An open container of alcohol is one which the seal has been broken. Carrying a six pack missing some cans is not considered an open container. If you are carrying a bottle of vodka for example which you have opened and then closed while you are driving it is still considered and open container. read more

Maryland’s law is that you may not have an open container of alcohol in your motor vehicle in the passenger department. The passenger department is the part of the car that is not the truck. That would include the backseat passengers as well. read more

Open Container Laws No one in a vehicle may consume alcohol or have an open container of alcohol. All previously opened bottles must be stored in the trunk of the vehicle. BAC Limits The legal blood-alcohol content (BAC) in Maryland is .08 percent. read more