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In Texas, it is a Crime to have an Open Container of Alcohol in your car. According to Texas Penal Code Sec. 49.031 (Possession of Alcoholic Beverage in Motor Vehicle) a person commits an offense if he/she “knowingly” possess an open container in the passenger area of a motor vehicle that is located on a public highway.

What does it mean to be intoxicated in Texas? There are three definitions of "Intoxicated" that the State of Texas can use against you at the trial of your Driving While intoxicated case.

Golf Carts are normally used for recreational purposes. As such it is common for people driving golf carts to also enjoy a few drinks. Driving a golf cart while intoxicated does not seem the same as driving a car because of the smaller size and power of the vehicle. However, Texas law treats Intoxicated Golf Cart Driving as a crime.

On June 10, 2019, Governor Gregg Abbot signed House Bill No. 1325 into law. House Bill No. 1325 is a Hemp Farming Act.