Panama City Beach Local Laws
Seat belts must be worn at all times in a moving vehicle Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal. Vehicle Headlights must be on if you are operating your windshield wipers due to rain or poor road conditions.

All children under the age of six years old must be restrained at all times in a moving vehicle by means appropriate for the child and seating location according to the National Highway Traffic Administration. Right turns can be made on a red light throughout the state, except where a sign says "No Right on Red." Remember, you must signal before turning and give way to traffic already in the intersection.
Alcohol Consumption
- It is unlawful for any person under the age of 21 to buy, possess or consume alcoholic beverages.
- If person is 21, this person must have his/her I.D. in their possession.
- Alcohol can be consumed
in four places on Panama City Beach:
1. In a Bar or Lounge
2. In a Motel Room
3. On the White Sand Portion of the Beach
4. At the Motel, by the Pool area*No alcohol is permitted inside cars, walking down the sides of the road, in parking lots, or along Front Beach Road. Motels use this right of way area as a parking area. Refrain from consumption in these areas.
Littering:
- Littering is illegal. All glass containers are prohibited on the beach.
Sea Oats:
- It is illegal to cut, break or otherwise destroy sea oat plants.
Driving on the Beach:
- Vehicles are strictly prohibited along Panama City Beach.














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