If you allow your donkey to sleep in a bathtub, youre an ass. In the united states, there are both federal and state laws. Apr 11, 20 this one isnt technically still on the books, but it juuuuuuuuust got changed. Weird laws in pa did you know these were actually on the. You wont believe these 10 crazy, stupid, archaic laws are still on the books in n. If you violate one of these laws, you may not be charged at all. It is illegal for more than five women to live in a house in the state of ohio. In norway, there is a law that protects all female dogs and cats from being spayed. July 16, 2017 by founder of charleston daily 8 comments. The dumb laws, the stupid laws, the crazy laws, the weird laws, the silly laws, the insane laws.
Experts predict how coronavirus will change the way we travel. Coming up with a list of 10 most the most archaic laws still in effect is no problem. However, these weird or outlandish laws are actually on the books, whether theyre enforced or not. The craziest laws that still exist in the united states.
The normal law was enacted after the famous beer riot in. May 18, 2019 here are 25 state or city laws that are a bit more obscure than others. May 11, 2016 24 crazy laws in michigan that you probably didnt know about may 11, 2016 michiganliving living in michigan, michigan before moving in a new place,its a must that you read and fully understand all the existing laws at that place. The apparently pious nation of the united states is full of weird sex laws. Believe it or not, there are hundreds of silly laws still on the books. And if you think these are totally crazy, dont miss the 47 weirdest laws from around the world. So dont get any crazy ideas you single bachelors out there. Feb 21, 2019 no fortune telling, no selling children and other weird pennsylvania laws on the books. The smallest state in the union, rhode island has a unique political and religious history in many instances these two things were one and the same which has shaped it into one of americas oddest states.
Nov 09, 2016 its no secret that every state has weird laws left on the books from decades ago, but georgia has some laws still around that will leave you wondering why they were ever a law in the first place. Learn about some of the most bizarre and completely archaic laws still on the books. Pizza police, illicit fishbowls, and other anomalies of the law that make us all unsuspecting criminals. Modern connecticut state law still holds that a legally labeled pickle must be able to bounce. However, these 10 weird laws still on the books are often overlooked by law enforcement, and understandably so. If you think youre the perfect lawabiding citizen, you could unknowingly be wrong.
Sep 05, 2017 if you allow your donkey to sleep in a bathtub, youre an ass. A list of the craziest laws that still exist in the united states. Wyoming has a few unusual and oddly specific laws pertaining to alcohol. Alcohol was prohibited in the early twentieth century. Dec 23, 2019 crazy laws exist in every state, for many different reasons. The internet is very excited about all alaskas weird moose laws, like the. Almost every community has an ordinance covering something minor that has happened in the distant past. Crazy laws exist in every state, for many different reasons. Information is from published city code manuals or state databases available online as of march 9.
Apr 15, 2019 crazy wisconsin laws every wisconsinite has probably unknowingly broken at least once. Limiting the list to just 10, however, is quite an undertaking. It is illegal to kill a dog using a decompression chamber. If youre a californian looking for affordable auto insurance in california, where the law demands that drivers carry bodily injury and property damage liability coverage, coverhound will help you find what youre looking for. The crazylaw rumor mill says these are still on the books. One must get a permit from the city if they wish to take dirt from the airport. But arkansas has more than its share of headscratchers, governing everything from when you can walk your cow to where you can keep your gator not in the bathtub. Every state has some weird laws, many of them dusty old relics lawmakers never got around to expunging. Even if it is still in the books, odds are that trying to flex this law wont end well for anyone. Jun 21, 2018 herein, weve gathered the 40 craziest small town lawsall legitimately still on the books in 2018from around the country. Wacky laws stupid laws stupid laws stupid state laws. Dec 01, 2017 a list of the craziest laws that still exist in the united states. One of the craziest laws is without any doubt the one thats still in effect in waynesboro, va, stating that its against. If a child burps during church, his parent may be arrested.
Aug 10, 2017 we found some other laws that are quite bonkers, but were unable to confirm them. Included below, as the title says, are strange but true laws that are still on the books. Every state has its own unusual or unique laws, but north carolina seems to win the prize for some of the strangest laws, and strangest penalties. A person may not cross state lines with a duck atop his head. So let the piggyback ride haters rejoice and be careful about. Jul 23, 2018 what are some of the craziest laws in the uk, usa, australia, poland, etc. The 50 states of the united states are allowed by the federal constitution to formulate and implement their own laws. Wyoming has some fairly crazy laws that are still on the books. Some laws may be still be on the books, but they have been rendered invalid by later laws. Top 10 craziest laws currently on the books in north carolina.
Well, thats at least how many websites will report it when talking about strange laws. This terribly worded 20 th century regulation prohibits people from knowingly entering a bar when they are already intoxicated, or to stay in a bar once it becomes apparent that they have become. Weird state laws from every state in america thrillist. Still, the laws against alcohol are still in the books, as they were passed, but they do not have effect, as later laws changed their impact. They may have made sense when they were written, but today they seem a little questionable, weird or just plain dumb. Thanks to a precocious 9yearold boy, its finally legal to throw snow balls in a colorado town known for its snow. Its our personal top list, therefore youll find the most stupid laws, at least in our opinion, at the end of the list. Weve discovered so many unbelievably weird laws that a book wouldnt be. The laws that do make sense in the sunshine state are its auto insurance laws. This one isnt technically still on the books, but it juuuuuuuuust got changed. The owner of every hotel in hastings, nebraska, is required to provide each guest with a clean and pressed nightshirt.
Aug 31, 2018 9 of the strangest sc laws still on the books including one about horses in bathtubs. Its no secret that every state has weird laws left on the books from decades ago, but georgia has some laws still around that will leave you wondering why they were ever a law in the first place. All across the internet, you will be able to find lists and lists of strange laws that either once existed or still exist depending on whos doing the reporting. These 10 crazy laws in texas will leave you scratching your head in wonder. This law is currently active but the verdict is still out as to whether it actually prevented any couch bonfires. No fortune telling, no selling children and other weird pennsylvania laws on the books. Here are my top 12 strange, hilarious, and just plain messedup florida laws. Some other crazy laws are off the books for good and do not apply apply to state law. Weird south carolina laws and statutes past and present. Jun 23, 2015 these 10 crazy laws in pennsylvania will leave you scratching your head in wonder. Weird laws in pa did you know these were actually on the books. We decided to undertake some legal legwork and identify the strangest statute still on the books in every state. If you are living or wanted to move in michigan, here are few crazy laws that you must know and fully understand.
What are some of the craziest laws in the uk, usa, australia, poland, etc. Read on to see the 10 most outdated, unnecessary and just plain strange laws still on the books. We scoured the law books in every state to find the weirdest law thats been passed in each one some have been repealed, but some are shockingly still on the books. In most states, when police officers try to force these and other crazy laws on people, the decision is appealed due to the lack of relevance that the law has on the situation.
Two we turned to for 31 strange but true laws that are still on the books. Here are 50 state laws that sound fake but are actually still on the books. It is illegal to hunt an animal from a moving vehicle in kentucky. Most of them were placed into law years ago and are, honestly, just forgotten about.
We thought we could lighten things up by providing you with some very unique and even off the wall south carolina laws in our storied history. Dec 26, 2018 wyoming has some fairly crazy laws that are still on the books. Even if theyre not enforced, anyone can still look online to find these insane laws on the books. Per state laws, a person who is already drunk may not knowingly enter a bar to drink more, or remain in the bar that got them drunk in the first place. An odd law still on the books suggests virginia is for prudes, not lovers. If you are aware of some weird laws still in effect in your country or state feel free to tell us in the comments.
But that doesnt mean theyre not still laws and law enforcement and the judiciary can still enforce them. Although i suspect that most of these crazy laws are more myth than fact. Im talking about completely silly laws that no one follows and no one cares about, but still somehow have a spot in the record books. Herein, weve gathered the 40 craziest small town lawsall legitimately still on the books in 2018from around the country. Lets find out on this episode of the infographics show. Apr 27, 2018 the internet was made for lists of the weirdest laws you never knew existed in your state theyre quirky, theyre fun, and after auditing them, i can tell you theyre about 95% bogus. On the other hand, you may find yourself in trouble for breaking a law you didnt even know existed. The following is a listing of these socalled dumb or strange laws that are frequently associated with minnesota. These 10 crazy laws in pennsylvania will leave you scratching your head in wonder.
Its not the only wackadoodle law that still exists in the states. This week, im dialing down the seriousness, and turning up the funny. How is it possible that some dumb laws like these are still in effect today, remains a mystery. While most strange arkansas laws were designed to dissuade human perps. The most ridiculous law in every state business insider.
Worse yet, loads of the ones that arent apocryphal are still bummers. If you allow it while youre in arizona, youre a criminal. One wrong step could easily place somebody on the wrong side of us law with these odd particulars. These 10 crazy laws in pennsylvania will leave you scratching. Here are some funny, dumb state laws from nebraska to wyoming. The tennessee state legislature may have coined a new term when it banned talking about.
Top 10 craziest laws currently on the books in north. The good news is that most of these laws are not actively enforced, but they are still on the books. The following ten laws are on the books in the state of pennsylvania, you be the judge maybe go out and make a citizens arrest if you ever observe any such activity. One must get a permit from the city if they wish to take dirt. This is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to odd california laws. Illinois has some absurd state and city laws still on the books. Utah has its own batch of weird or unique laws, from causing catastrophes to throwing. Here are 11 of the craziest laws in kansas, according to only in your state and u.
There might be some acts that are legal at your previous community but punishable by law at your new found state. It was apparently quite some journey to get this on the books back in the day. The internet was made for lists of the weirdest laws you never knew existed in your state theyre quirky, theyre fun, and after auditing them, i can tell you theyre about 95% bogus. Every state has its strange and sometimes archaic laws. Some hail from municipalities, some are state, some federal. Here are 25 state or city laws that are a bit more obscure than others. Posted jun 25, 2017 by claude brodesserakner nj advance media for. All liquor stores shall be run by the state government. In bay village, it is illegal to walk a cow down lake road. Weve discovered so many unbelievably weird laws that a book wouldnt be enough to write them all, so we just gathered our 22 favorites in this article just for you.
Many of these silly, outdated laws are still on the books. There are plenty of urban legends and fake state laws circulating around the internet. We found some other laws that are quite bonkers, but were unable to confirm them. Wacky laws stupid laws stupid state laws, stupid laws. The normal law was enacted after the famous beer riot in the early 1980s. Most of these laws below are written to be so complicated and subject to interpretation that even the most honest person could be breaking the law take a look at this statebystate list of 728 of the most ridiculous laws that are still on the books. The story of weird laws is always interesting because there are as many false stories about what is and isnt illegal as there are true ones. Florida passed a law in 1974 allowing the state to ban alcohol sales during hurricanes. The crazy law rumor mill says these are still on the books. Also, an ancient norwegian law still exists that obliges all norwegians to go out on expeditions to rape and plunder at least once every five years.
Ever wonder what crazy laws have been on the south carolina law books over the years. While every state has undoubtedly passed its share of controversial laws, weve rounded up some of the ones that really dont seem to have a place in 2014. Most ridiculous laws in every state business insider. Fornication or sex is completed banned, except for married couples. Most of the popular ones you see on these sorts of lists, like how you cant shove a moose out of an airplane in alaska. The good folks over at olivet nazarene university put. Most states have some laws and codes that are headscratchers.
When it comes to enforcing laws, texas does a pretty good job. Jul 16, 2018 illinois has some absurd state and city laws still on the books. Any person caught using or carrying bean snappers or the like shall upon conviction, be fined. There are lots of weird, archaic laws on the books. According to a law made in 1924, it is illegal for donkeys to sleep in bathtubs. While these laws are not still enforced for the most part, it is important to note that these laws are technically still on the books. In oxford, it is illegal to drive around the town square more than 100 times in a single session. It is illegal to sleep on top of a refrigerator outside. Here are the most ridiculous laws from all 50 states you may be breaking quite a few of them. Crazy laws that still exist around the world youtube.