§ 4-13. Consumption or possession in public places—Generally.

Except as otherwise provided in Code of Ala. 1975, § 32-5A-330, it shall be unlawful for any person to drink or to have in open or unconcealed possession or custody for drinking, any alcoholic beverage at or in any public place other than a place licensed to sell alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises or in places otherwise authorized by permit or so designated by the city council of the city. For purposes of this section, the term "public place" shall include, without limitation, any motor vehicle while on the public streets or other public place and shall also include, without limitation, any public place as defined by Code of Ala. 1975, § 13A-11-1(2). It is provided, however, that the term "public place" shall not mean or include any area in which a city permit and any applicable state and local laws and licenses specifically allow alcoholic beverages to be sold, served or consumed.

(Ord. No. 04-013, § 12, 12-20-2013)

State law reference

Public intoxication, Code of Ala. 1975, § 13A-11-10.