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New Hampshire Open Container Law (2026)

Restricted: New Hampshire prohibits an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle on a public way, for the driver and for passengers (RSA 265-A:44).

RestrictedVerified May 31, 2026

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Open Container Law in states bordering New Hampshire

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

MaineRestricted
Maine prohibits open containers and drinking in the passenger area of a vehicle, for both the operator and passengers, and the "passenger area" includes the glove compartment (29-A M.R.S. 2112-A).
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: legislature.maine.gov · Full Maine rule →
MassachusettsRestricted
Massachusetts prohibits open containers of alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle; the container must be kept in the trunk or a locked glove compartment (M.G.L. c. 90, 24I).
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: malegislature.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
VermontRestricted
In Vermont it is unlawful to consume or possess an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle on a public highway.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: liquorcontrol.vermont.gov · Full Vermont rule →

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