According to Open Container Law, where is it illegal to have an open alcoholic beverage?

The Open Container Law prohibits the presence of open alcoholic beverages inside a vehicle while it is being operated or is parked on public roads. This means that any open container, regardless of whether someone is holding it or not, is illegal inside the vehicle. The intent of this law is to discourage drinking and driving and to promote road safety.

While having an open container in the trunk of a vehicle, a parking lot, or on private property may not violate the Open Container Law, once an open beverage is brought into the passenger area of the vehicle, it is subject to stricter regulations. This law helps to minimize distractions and impairments that could arise from consuming alcohol in close proximity to driving.