Question While driving a motor vehicle, it is: Answers Illegal to either drink from or possess open containers of alcohol. Legal to hold an open container if you are not drinking from it. Legal to keep open containers of alcohol in the passenger area of the vehicle. Explanation Open containers of alcohol are not permitted to be in the passenger area of any moving vehicle. This includes space in the vehicle that can be occupied by the driver or any passenger. Pass your DMV Written Test with flying colors Take me to the cheat sheet Maryland