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I was charged with "possession of an open container of an alcoholic beverage in the PASSENGER area of a vehicle", meaning I was NOT driving. This was 4 days ago. Today, I went to see the Clerk of Court in my county. They explained that this was an INFRACTION and that NO infractions show on your background check, even if you are convicted of that infraction. Only "criminal acts" appear on a background check and my charge is an INFRACTION.

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Can you be arrested for an open container if you were just standing on a sidewalk?

AnswerYes you can. To a cop, it's like you put up a red neon sign, and if there are 5 of you in the car and only one drinking, the driver is still likely to be the one bearing the sharp end of the law, even if he didn't even know it was there. I mean REALLY didn't know. He's in charge of the vehicle, and in some places he might well have it impounded. Plus, if I see you out round my town and you are driving drunk, I'm probably the guy following you and talking to the cop on my cell phone to make sure the kid you kill isn't mine. I can still never understand why a Coors Lite is worth a month in a Texas jail. PhilActually the person who answered before me is incorrect, you cannot be arrested for open container, or speeding, but those are the only two you cannot be arrested for. You may be cited for open container. And if you have been drinking, then yes, but just the open container, no. Person who answered before me, go read the Texas Traffic laws.


Can you go to jail if you got a ticket for having a open container in a car in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, receiving a ticket for having an open container in a car is considered a misdemeanor offense, which could result in a fine but not jail time. However, if there are additional charges or if the offense is connected to other criminal activity, the consequences could be more severe.


What are some crimes that begin with the letter O?

Some crimes that begin with the letter O include obstruction of justice, organized crime, and online fraud.


What time does justice just for girls open?

Justice stores typically open around 10am, but it's best to check your local store's specific hours as they may vary.


How long is justice open on Monday?

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Do open container charges appear on criminal background checks?

These charges are USUALLY statutory misdemeanors and probably will not show up on a criminal background check.


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Is carrying an pre drank bottle that is closed and in a bag a crime?

If you are a minor it is. It may be an open container law violation. Most states consider a bottle to be an open container once it has been opened, regardless of whether or not the top has been put back on. If it is in a vehicle or in a place where open alcohol is prohibited, it may fall under this crime. Check your local open container statutes if this is your concern.


Why you can't store in open container?

Because from an open container a gas diffuse in the atmosphere.


Can there be an open container law in the city that you live in?

There are open container laws in many cities


How much is open container ticket in Texas?

Each city in Texas has their own fees for an open container ticket. In Houston, TX, the fine for an open container is $270.00 dollars.


Who is responsible for open container If the passager has the open container?

i believe both driver and passenger will not sure tho