Bill > HB05070

This bill proposes to amend title 14 of the general statutes to prohibit any person from possessing an open alcoholic beverage container within the passenger area of a motor vehicle while the vehicle is on any highway in the state. The purpose of the legislation is to reduce the number of crashes and fatalities caused by drivers operating under the influence of alcohol. By preventing open containers of alcoholic beverages in the passenger areas of vehicles, the bill aims to discourage drinking while driving and create a safer environment on roadways. The term "passenger area" typically refers to the space where passengers sit, including the driver's area and any accessible seating areas in the vehicle, which would make it illegal to have an open alcoholic beverage container in these spaces while the vehicle is on a public highway.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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