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Do I have a solid argument to make? I think it's enough of a grey area that whatever the district court says would hold up as being within their discretion, but what are your opinions?
You have no argument and there is no gray area. The rule imposed is no booze. If you want to request a modification of the rules of your probation then you file a motion to amend the rules. Your PO may even file the motion on your behalf if they believe it is appropriate. Otherwise you would have to file the motion.

You need to present a valid reason the restriction should be lifted. I want to be able to drink is not a valid argument. I do more stupid things when I'm sober than when I'm drunk is not a valid argument.

The only court of importance here is the court that imposed the rule. They have jurisdiction and it would not be proper for another court to alter the order unless it is determined to be legally improper.

It was recommded a drug evaluation would would be beneficial. It is no guarantee of success and the lack of one is no guarantee of failure but it surely wouldn't hurt. The time alone without incident doesn't carry the same weight as a supportive drug evaluation will. You do what you want.

The fact alaska has relaxed the laws on marijuana or the state you live in now doing something similar is irrelevant. Alcohol is legal is all 50 states but as you have seen, you can be prohibited from drinking booze.