Legal Question in DUI Law in New York

Open Container

What is the law in NYS about open containers in public? I was walking from one bar to another last night with a cup with liquid in my hand and got an appearance ticket for open container.


Asked on 9/08/07, 11:36 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

Re: Open Container

I need more info to answer. Did you get an appearance ticket?,Were you fingerprinted? Did you get a pink summons? Where did this take place and where is the case returnable[being heard] what court? What are the exact charges,what law have you been accused of violating? With these answers I can better evaluate your situation.

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Answered on 9/09/07, 10:57 am
Robert R. Groezinger GroezingerLaw P.C.

Re: Open Container

Welkl if there is alcohol in it, without a lid, it certainly is an open container.

Good Luck

RRG

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Answered on 9/09/07, 5:45 pm


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