Riccola Voigt

Attorney · Thomas Jefferson School of Law

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New York’s Open Container Law and Violation Penalties
In New York, it’s illegal to drink or possess open containers of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles. The prohibition on possessing open containers of alcohol applies to both drivers and passengers. However, there are some exceptions allowing passengers to drink and possess open containers in certain circumstances.
Massachusetts’s Open Container Law and Violation Penalties
In Massachusetts, possession of open containers of alcohol is generally prohibited by drivers and passengers. However, the law allows for passengers to possess open containers in some circumstances.
Maryland’s Open Container Law and Violation Penalties
Subject to a few exceptions, drivers and passengers are generally prohibited from consuming and possessing open containers of alcohol in motor vehicles in Maryland. Learn about the law's specifics and the penalties for a violation.
Iowa’s OWI Deferred Adjudication Program
“Operating while intoxicated” (OWI) is a serious offense that carries long-term consequences. However, certain OWI offenders are eligible for the deferred adjudication program. This program gives offenders the opportunity to avoid an OWI conviction.
Indiana’s Open Container Law and Ticket Penalties
Indiana’s open container law generally prohibits consuming and possessing open containers of alcohol in a motor vehicle. However, the law doesn’t apply in certain circumstances. And violations for possession of open containers of alcohol are treated differently than those for consumption of alcohol.
Illinois’s Open Container Laws for Alcohol and Marijuana and Violation Penalties
Illinois’s open container laws generally prohibit consuming or possessing open containers of alcohol or medical marijuana in a motor vehicle. However, alcohol-related open container violations are treated differently than those for medical marijuana. Learn about the details of these laws, including the penalties for a violation
Oklahoma’s Open Container Law and Violation Penalties
Oklahoma generally prohibits consuming alcohol as well as possessing and transporting open containers of alcohol in motor vehicles, with a few exceptions. Read about the specifics of the open container rules and the penalties for a violation
DUI and Hit-and-Run
A person who drives while under the influence of alcohol or drugs and leaves the scene of an accident will likely be charged with two crimes: DUI (also called “driving while intoxicated” or “DWI”) and hit-and-run. This article provides an overview of the potential penalties associated with leaving the scene of a DUI-related accident.
Court-Ordered Substance Abuse Evaluations: What Are They and How The Process Works
How substance abuse evaluations factor into DUI cases, including who must be evaluated, how much evaluations cost, and what kinds of programs and treatment might be required subsequent to an evaluation.
Can You Get a DUI on a Bike?
In many states, DUI (driving under the influence) laws apply to bicycle riders and the penalties for a bicycle DUI are often the same as those for a motor vehicle DUI. Read about how DUI laws apply to bicycle riders and the consequences of riding a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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