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Indiana Open Container Law (2026)
Restricted: Indiana prohibits open containers of alcohol in the passenger compartment of a moving vehicle on a public highway, for the driver and for passengers (IC 9-30-15-3).
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Open Container Law in states bordering Indiana
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- IllinoisRestricted
Illinois prohibits any alcohol in the passenger area unless it is in the original sealed container, and the rule applies to the driver and to passengers (625 ILCS 5/11-502).
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: ilga.gov · Full Illinois rule →
- KentuckyRestricted
Kentucky prohibits open containers of alcohol in the passenger area of a motor vehicle on a public roadway, and drinking while driving is also barred (KRS 189.530).
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · Full Kentucky rule →
- MichiganRestricted
Michigan prohibits open containers of alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle on a public highway; they must be kept in the trunk or an area the occupants cannot reach (MCL 257.624a).
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: legislature.mi.gov · Full Michigan rule →
- OhioRestricted
Ohio prohibits an open container of beer or intoxicating liquor in a motor vehicle on a public road, for the driver and for passengers, with limited exceptions such as passengers in a chauffeured limousine (ORC 4301.62).
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: codes.ohio.gov · Full Ohio rule →
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