HB1859

Establishes the offense of possession of an open alcoholic beverage container in a motor vehicle

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the offense of possessing an open alcoholic beverage container in a motor vehicle in Missouri.

The bill creates the offense of possessing an open alcoholic beverage container in a motor vehicle in Missouri. This offense is classified as an infraction and will not be recorded by the Department of Revenue. The term "open alcoholic beverage container" refers to any bottle, can, or receptacle that contains alcohol and is open or has a broken seal. The offense does not apply to passengers in vehicles primarily used for transportation for compensation or in the living quarters of a motor home or house trailer.

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Where it stands

Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)