Driveway The Villages

[Chi33]

New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:

[B-flat]

I’m speechless!

[JSR22]

Why not go into your home?

[Chi33]

Why not go into your home?

Others are in the house, want a small group privacy.

[vintageogauge]

call the sheriff and ask him, other than that I too am speechless, wow.

[Buffalo Jim]

I think that it might be legal in a domestic car but not in a Benz !

[Fredman]

Never heard of such a thing.

[villagetinker]

My GUESS, in any vehicle with an open container you are asking for trouble.

[photo1902]

If this is/was a serious post by the OP, it hands down has to be the most absurd question ever asked. Basically, is it ok to sit in a vehicle which is running, and either be intoxicated, and/or consuming alcoholic beverages. Despite the absurdity of adults sitting in a car in the driveway listening to music and drinking, this still is clearly beyond comprehension.

[ColdNoMore]

You could always do it with the car in the garage...so neighbors wouldn't even see you.




:D

[rjm1cc]

I think an open container in a parked golf cart in the square is a violation. My guess is you would have a problem in your driveway with the motor running. I would also ask your neighbors if your music is too loud.

[Buffalo Jim]

I think an open container in a parked golf cart in the square is a violation. My guess is you would have a problem in your driveway with the motor running. I would also ask your neighbors if your music is too loud.

It might be worth trying in your neighbor's driveway before you do so in your driveway . But never in a Benz especially if it is an E-Class or higher and if you paid cash .

[manaboutown]

You could always do it with the car in the garage...so neighbors wouldn't even see you.




:D

Just don’t run the motor to keep the battery charged while inside the garage with its door down.

[NoMoSno]

You could have a designated driver sit in the drivers seat...:thumbup:

[ColdNoMore]

Just don’t run the motor to keep the battery charged while inside the garage with its door down.

Need the air conditioner though.

[sdedes]

Personally, if I were your neighbor, I would mind!

[tophcfa]

New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:

Sounds to me like you would be asking for possible trouble. You either need to invite less people over or get a bigger house.

[Fraugoofy]

Are you 17?New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:

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[BobnBev]

New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:

:oops:I looked up the law, it's legal only if everyone in the car is stark naked and smoking weed.

On another note, while reading your post, I think you've already "Been there, done that". Are you stoned right now?:loco::loco:

[CFrance]

Sounds to me like you would be asking for possible trouble. You either need to invite less people over or get a bigger house.

Are you 17?

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Both of these.:BigApplause:

[Two Bills]

You could always do it with the car in the garage...so neighbors wouldn't even see you.:D


......and asphyxiate yourself at the same time!:beer3:

[Marathon Man]

OK.

First - This is not the place to ask if something you are about to do is legal. You will get lots of answers, but how can you be sure any of them are accurate.

Second - If you are from up north and not used to our summer humidity, I can understand wanting to sit in air conditioning. Is it a little strange to sit in a car? Sure, but not worth an insult. Maybe try one of those cheap box fans.

[graciegirl]

New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:

I see the jester at the bottom of your post so I think you are shining us on.

[bilcon]

I think you should be committed. Sitting in your car. OMG

[marjie55]

If you do decide to put the car in the garage, make sure the garage door is open or you and friends may overdose on CM poisoning!

[Chatbrat]

More like mooning

[kstew43]

thats the kind of thing I did alot when I was 16, minus the booze, most of the time......

takes me back......

now I own homes and if I want to drink and play music.....with friends....I do it in the house...

[New Englander]

Seriously, TV is much too nice and classy a place to be doing what you want to do. This is not good for you or the neighborhood.

[vintageogauge]

Why not just buy an RV instead of a MB? You can park it for 3 days as long as you don't plug it in so get one with a generator and park it in your driveway
when you have guests. Be sure to include your neighbors to prevent any complaints.

[graciegirl]

Seriously, TV is much too nice and classy a place to be doing what you want to do. This is not good for you or the neighborhood.

Dear New Englander, don't be stressed, Chi33 is pulling our collective legs and yanking our chains. He was KIDDING.

[Carla B]

I like the RV idea. Everything tastes better in an RV or on a boat.

[CFrance]

I see the jester at the bottom of your post so I think you are shining us on.
Good catch!:doh:

[queasy27]

I've heard of man caves but not man cars.

[New Englander]

Dear New Englander, don't be stressed, Chi33 is pulling our collective legs and yanking our chains. He was KIDDING.

LOL, That rascal fooled me.

[jdguscinski]

Wow, you must really dislike your house, or, the people who you would leave in the house, or both!:censored:

[Marathon Man]

Dear New Englander, don't be stressed, Chi33 is pulling our collective legs and yanking our chains. He was KIDDING.

Well, then he got me.

[Topspinmo]

I think what he asking is can he get DUI, DWI, PT setting in his car in his drive way on private property ? IMO I would not want to be in car with opened container or empty container no matter where I'm setting. the reason IMO once the LEO writes ticket or arrests you are guilty. You have to get lawyer (the shady the better) to prove you and innocent. All $$$$$ I care not to waste.

I also think this why we see all the discarded beer cans and whiskey bottles along the MMP. Open/empty container law in vehicle? Once you gulp down that Shyt you get rid of the evidence? :thumbup:

[Bogie Shooter]

I don’t see a lot of discarded bottles and cans. Fact be, I don’t see any.

[DonH57]

New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:

Don't waste gas. Here's what you do. After the sun goes down, take your boombox and cooler, go up on your roof. Works great when there's a slight breeze and you have privacy from the annoying people in your home as well.:D

[Topspinmo]

I don’t see a lot of discarded bottles and cans. Fact be, I don’t see any.

Evidently you don't travel the paths to and from the liquor stores:22yikes:

[photo1902]

Evidently you don't travel the paths to and from the liquor stores:22yikes:

Take a drive down the MMP from Hillsborough to the Brownwood area. You'll see empty beer cans and mini liquor bottles.

[spring_chicken]

:BigApplause:

Well played, OP. You hooked quite a haul with that stinkbait!
LMAO

[Fast Freddy]

Chi33 has 140 posts under his belt; don't think he's exactly 'new to Florida'. Knows how to stir a crowd.

[Gpsma]

He’s a pro...lol

[blueeagle65]

There have been recent arrests for people sleeping/passed out in cars that were not even running and some with open containers in cars/carts that were parked. Short reply - NO open containers or drinking in vehicles.

[PNaughton]

But keep the door closed so neighbors don't hear your music. Ein Prosit

[Fraugoofy]

But keep the door closed so neighbors don't hear your music. Ein PrositZum Wohl!

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[stewiegal]

Haha now I'm speechless and rolling on the floor with laughter

[RcCalais]

I don't see the problem being on private property BUT what do the visitors do after this little gathering?? Do they sleep in the car to sober up before leaving? This is a little strange. Sounds like you need to invest on upgrading your patio.

[lakegage]

Seriously???

[mikeguill]

Its ok as long as i am invited and Leonard skinner is playing volume 11. Can i honk the horn as the cowbell? I call shotgun.

but seriously key in ignition might be cause for some Barney to attempt a citizens arrest, unless benz is jacked up on blocks in the front yard like we do in sweet home Alabama

[askcarl]

New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:


Ask your Parents....

[OhioBuckeye]

Why not go into your home?

I'm sitting here LMAO! I thinking the exact thing you said. You're exactly right who sits in their car & say having a good time, that's weird!

[OhioBuckeye]

My GUESS, in any vehicle with an open container you are asking for trouble.

VILLAGETINKER, even if this person did do exactly what he said & had no keys to listen to the radio. Don't you think this very strange? I don't think this person could get arrested just for sitting in his car drinking with his friends, unless if a police officer did think he & his friends just got back from drinking somewhere. I'm sitting thinking is this a joke article.:shocked:

[TomPerry]

Can't believe the question! I'm not a lawyer, and I don't play one on television, but you would be on private property and could tell the police they need a warrant.

[ronsroni]

If you have key in ignition, you ABSOLUTELY can be arrested if consuming alcohol. Why not be like adults and go inside? Sit in Mercedes? What age are you? Sounds like 14.
What village?

[realmoxies]

Looks like torv is scraping the bottom for content

[genobambino]

Bet if cops were called it would be a DUI

[maggie1]

Open container laws can vary from state to state, and in Florida, from county to county. However, the rules are pretty specific - with the exception of a motor home, alcohol may not be consumed in a motor vehicle, no matter where it is parked. Having the motor running is even worse, as this amounts to having physical control of a motor vehicle while consuming alcohol, which could result in arrest, and points on the operators license if convicted. Here's the Florida statute on the subject: Statute 316.1936

[airstreamingypsy]

Funnier than the original post is how many took the bait.

[Tom52]

Sounds like Tony Soprano has relocated to TV and needs some privacy to plan the next job.

[parchiba49]

Young adult living with parents? Trouble ahead.

[bbbbbb]

Well,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, While reading the above comments, drinking in the car (and what else?), etc.,etc., . Could this be a reason there are so many people selling, renting their units? As one person said, a drinking community with a golf problem? What is next folks?
Do you want to see some of this? Walk or ride a bike on the Multi Modal Paths.

Please excuse us for the rant :duck:

[sarodnap]

New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:
Better half kicked you dudes out? Only law would be the noise ordinance, and the beer cans all over the lawn. Other than that, do you have room for one more? Can I choose the music?

[Win1894]

Completely incorrect. Florida's open container law does not pertain to private property.

[Bobbyrosebowl]

New to Florida and I was wondering about law. since there are many here who can find it, on sitting drunk or with drink in cars on your property.

On my driveway (not in the garage) can I sit in my Mercedes with a couple friends, at night, listening to music, chatting and drinking. No key because Benz.

I ask is because With a lot of people over, sometimes, you want o go into the car, chat, have AC, and listen to music.

I have seen that people get arrested drunk and car on.

We would be playing music, having a great time. Car would never be in gear and never move. Just need the engine to get the AC running full on.

I don't know the laws. The neighbors would not mind and never hear anything.

:jester:

I do not know if I should laugh or cry!!

[nututv]

If keys are in the ignition running or not (or even in the car) and occupants are intoxicated or have any open alcoholic beverages it is illegal no matter where you are. If neighbors lose their sense of humor and call on you, you will be arrested!

[olliedog1950]

This has to be a "fake news" post, why sit in a car when you have a nice home to enjoy. That being said, yes, you are asking for trouble to drink in any auto, even in your driveway.

[Henryk]

Well, color me weird, but I’m curious to know the real answer. But why not get a Bose and air condition the garage?

You will tell us the real answer, right?

[vintageogauge]

This has to be a "fake news" post, why sit in a car when you have a nice home to enjoy. That being said, yes, you are asking for trouble to drink in any auto, even in your driveway.


it's already been acknowledged that the OP is a joke/hoax.
Some people need attention to make up for their lack of real life interactions and they post things like this to get that needed attention. They really could use a little help along with pity.

[jvl5116]

Nothing against you but that sounds juvenile.Almost like I was 16 with a new drivers license lol

[aallbrand]

wow nuts in the villages

[lindaelane]

This may be jest, or semi-just, but I think its an interesting question.

I am not a lawyer, but reading the law seems to show that it is legal, unfortunately.

Open containers applies to roads and certain accesses to roads. The law reads:

"“Road” means a way open to travel by the public, including, but not limited to, a street, highway, or alley. The term includes associated sidewalks, the roadbed, the right-of-way, and all culverts, drains, sluices, ditches, water storage areas, embankments, slopes, retaining walls, bridges, tunnels, and viaducts necessary for the maintenance of travel and all ferries used in connection therewith."

Driveway is not a "road" or a way of travel by the public, its not a sidewalk, etc.

I think it should be illegal. Drinkers cannot guarantee that they will remain quiet and keep the peace while sitting in a car getting drunk. Even before they are drunk, a loud boom box from a car stereo is very noisy indeed. Also, I hope the drinking mates live within walking distance and are not driving home.

Why not get a he-shed or she-shed ? (I'm unsure of the poster's gender) Why not get a misting system for your backyard? But even as I say these things I am loathe to think of the noise you may create for your poor neighbors. If you come from a place where people made drunken party noises outside, you need to change. The Villages is not like that. I'd instantly call the police if I heard the slightest drunken party noise while I was inside my house. They would come, because there are laws about making noise. Normally, you are fined upon a second occurrence. Noisy parties are to be inside with the windows shut and the AC on, or else not at all.

[agent227]

I find it shocking that so many people find this question shocking: In today's World? nothing surprises me.

"the statement “I can drive drunk on my own private property.” The truth or falsity of that statement is by means settled throughout the country. Virginia was the latest state to tackle it. Republican Senator Richard Stuart introduced a bill which would allow people to drive drunk on private property. It passed in the Senate by a wide margin, and went to the House of Delegates."

Like I said nothing surprises me:)

[joneil]

And also close the garage door while the “Benz” is running, the acoustics are much better I hear!

[falvotc@earthlink.net]

This once again proves that SOME retired people have too much time on their hands.

[falvotc@earthlink.net]

This may mean I am a garage short - I have car garage, a gold cart garage, and now I need a "drinking" garage

[robinsdw2]

That's about the dumbest question I"ve ever heard a sane adult make.

[Back9]

"My Mercedes..."

You'd think TOTV would have better taste than to mass email this post.



PS: for comic relief, check out The Joke Thread :a040:

[lorilorilori]

The driveway is OUTSIDE & in public. Many municipalities prohibit public drinking even if on your property cause technically you need to have a license to serve or drink alcohol in public.

[jimclaudia]

Is it a convertible or a closed sedan and is it raining very hard.

[THUNDERCHIEF]

I think you need help

This PERSON NEEDS MENTAL ASSISTANCE

[BobnBev]

The driveway is OUTSIDE & in public. Many municipalities prohibit public drinking even if on your property cause technically you need to have a license to serve or drink alcohol in public.

:coolsmiley:Wow, where do I go to get my license to drink alcohol in public?:coolsmiley:

[life is short]

you know, maybe he wants to smoke something good or maybe he wants privacy from his wife, or just not be a part of the party inside Hello?

[Chi33]

Well, that answered it.

:clap2: