Davie, FL Public Conduct: Public Alcohol Use (2026)
Key Facts
- Covers
- Parks, streets, sidewalks, trails
- Exception request
- Up to 14 days, council approval
- Exempt
- Licensed premises, private property
- Governing law
- Davie Code § 16-6
Summary
Drinking or carrying an open alcoholic beverage in Davie parks, streets, sidewalks or other public property is unlawful, with narrow exceptions for licensed premises and approved events.
It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or to carry in any cup, glass, can, bottle, or other open or uncovered container any alcoholic beverage in any park or recreational area open to the public or on any public street, sidewalk, trail, alley, or contiguous town property within the town.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 75).
Full Breakdown
Sec. 16-6(a) of the Davie Code makes it unlawful to consume or carry an open or uncovered container of alcohol in any public park or recreational area, or on any public street, sidewalk, trail, alley or other town-owned property. The ban doesn't apply to state-licensed premises permitted for on-site consumption or to privately owned property outside the public right-of-way. The town council may grant a temporary exception of up to 14 days for an organized event based on its purpose, timing, security plan and proximity to residential areas, and the ban also doesn't apply to town-sanctioned events held with the town administration's knowledge and consent.
Violations & Fines
Carrying an open beer, wine or liquor container in a Davie park, street or sidewalk without a licensed-premises or council exception violates Sec. 16-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
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