In our beautiful country, earning a citation for public drunkenness has become a rite of passage. It seems that everyone slips up at one point or another. And whether you're at a summer barbecue or celebrating your team's playoff win, Johnny Law will inevitably ruin the fun.

It's possible to avoid being asked to touch your nose while walking a straight line. You just need to be a little bit inventive, and think beyond the brown paper bag. How, you ask? As always, your team of recreational drinking pros at Complex are here to help: here are 10 Ways to Get Drunk in Public Without Getting Arrested.

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