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Maine Open Container Law (2026)
Restricted: 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).
RestrictedVerified May 31, 2026
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