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