Drinking alcohol in Moorpark parks, sidewalks, and public streets is prohibited unless under a special-event permit. Open containers in vehicles violate California Vehicle Code rules.
Moorpark Municipal Code Title 9 prohibits open alcoholic beverages in city parks, on public sidewalks, and in parking lots. California Vehicle Code section 23222 prohibits open containers in passenger vehicles regardless of who is drinking. Special-event permits issued by the city may authorize alcohol service at specific locations like Moorpark Community Park concerts or Underwood Family Farms private events. ABC licensing applies to any commercial sale. Public intoxication is separately prohibited under Penal Code section 647(f).
Open-container violations are infractions with fines around $250. Public intoxication may trigger misdemeanor arrest under Penal Code 647(f) when the person is unable to care for safety.
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