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SB 1056FLORIDA · STATEWIDESession 2026dead

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Proposed Ban on Open Marijuana Containers in Vehicles

Original title: Open Containers of Marijuana Products in Motor Vehicles

March 13, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The bill would have established that the '' of marijuana products provides law enforcement with to search a vehicle, significantly expanding police authority during traffic stops.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Drivers and passengers

They would be subject to new prohibitions on possessing open marijuana products in vehicles and potential traffic violation penalties.

Qualified medical marijuana patients

They would face specific administrative penalties, including the suspension or permanent revocation of their medical marijuana identification cards.

Local governments

They would be granted the authority to enact local ordinances that are more restrictive than the state law.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill would have made it illegal to possess an open container of marijuana, hemp, or THC-infused products while in a motor vehicle. It established specific penalties for drivers and passengers, including potential fines, jail time, and the revocation of medical marijuana identification cards.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

The bill would have established that the '' of marijuana products provides law enforcement with to search a vehicle, significantly expanding police authority during traffic stops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Would this bill have applied to medical marijuana patients?

Yes. The bill included specific penalties for s, including the suspension or permanent revocation of their medical marijuana identification cards for violations.

What counts as an 'open container' under this bill?

The bill references the definition in s. 316.1936(1), F.S., which generally refers to containers that are not sealed or have had their contents partially removed.

Could police search my car just because they smell marijuana?

Yes. Section 2 of the bill explicitly stated the legislature's intent that the '' of these products constitutes for a vehicle search.

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Expansion of Probable Cause

The bill attempted to codify 'plain smell' as a statutory basis for vehicle searches, which is a significant shift in how marijuana-related traffic stops are handled.

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