It is illegal for a man to drink with a woman in an Edmonton beer parlor in (Alberta.)
It is unlawful to throw snowballs or set off firecrackers within the city, without the authorization of the mayor or City Council. (Calgary)
All bicycle riders must signal with the arm before making a turn, and a bicycle rider must keep both hands on the handlebars at all times" ( Edmonton.)
In Canada, It is illegal for a teen to walk down main street with their shoes untied. (Fort Qu'Appelle)
It is illegal to try and catch fish with your hands (Saskatoon.)
You are not allowed to saw wood on the streets, or wash your automobile in (Toronto.)
Theater owners are forbidden to start a movie that will end after 2 am. (Toronto.)
You are not allowed to play a musical instrument in a park in (Windsor, Ontario)
A by-law forbids anyone from striking the sidewalk with a metal object (Winnipeg)
It is against the law to go naked in your own home if you leave the blinds up. (Winnipeg)
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Stupid Laws from Wyoming
If one is drunk in a mine, he or she could land in jail for up to a year.
Junk dealers may not make any business transactions with drunk persons.
It is illegal to wear a hat that obstructs people's view in a public theater or place of amusement.
Using a firearm to fish is strictly forbidden.
Any person who fails to close a fence is subject to a fine of up to seven hundred and fifty dollars.
You may not take a picture of a rabbit from January to April without an official permit.
Skiing under the influence of alcohol is prohibited.
All new buildings that cost over $100,000 to build must have %1 of funds spent on art work for the building.
Citizens may not take showers on Wednesdays. (Cheyenne)
Junk dealers may not make any business transactions with drunk persons.
It is illegal to wear a hat that obstructs people's view in a public theater or place of amusement.
Using a firearm to fish is strictly forbidden.
Any person who fails to close a fence is subject to a fine of up to seven hundred and fifty dollars.
You may not take a picture of a rabbit from January to April without an official permit.
Skiing under the influence of alcohol is prohibited.
All new buildings that cost over $100,000 to build must have %1 of funds spent on art work for the building.
Citizens may not take showers on Wednesdays. (Cheyenne)
Stupid Laws from Wisconsin
One may not camp in a wagon on any public highway or risk a fine of up to ten dollars.
It is a class A misdemeanor to wave a burning torch around in the air.
Livestock have the right-of-way on public roads.
The government may not prohibit manual flushed urinals.
Margarine may not be substituted for butter in restaurants unless it is requested by the customer.
Butter substitutes are not allowed to be served in state prisons.
Whenever two trains meet at an intersection of said tracks, neither shall proceed until the other has.
Condoms were considered an obscene article and had to hidden behind the pharmacist's counter.
At one time, margarine was illegal.
State Law made it illegal to serve apple pie in public restaurants without cheese.
The state definition of rape stated that it was a man having sex with a woman he knows not to
be his wife. That would mean that women could not be guilty of rape and neither could men who thought they were married to the woman.
While all cheese making requires a license, Limburger cheese making requires a master cheese maker's license.
It is illegal to kiss on a train.
It is illegal to cut a woman's hair.
You are allowed to marry your house.
After 3:00 a.m., you have to send a rocket signal in the air after every mile you drive. Then wait a minute for a response. (Repealed)
Tattooing is illegal unless it is done for medical purposes. (Brookfield)
It is unlawful for one to allow another to use the first person's telephone in order to make prank phone calls. (Brookfield)
Screens are required on all windows from May 1 to October 1. (Hudson)
You are not allowed to put litter into someone else's trash receptacle without express permission. (Hudson)
No one may sit on another's parked vehicle without expressed consent of the owner. (Hudson)
No male is allowed to be in a state of arousal in public. (Kenosha)
It is illegal to tie up your horse along Third Street (Now a major bar strip) . (La Crosse)
It is illegal to display an unclothed mannequin in a store window. (La Crosse)
It is illegal to play checkers in public. (La Crosse)
You cannot "worry a squirrel." (La Crosse)
An old ordinance forbids parking for over two hours unless a horse is tied to the car.(Milwaukee )
It is against the law to play a flute and drums on the streets to attract attention. (Milwaukee )
If one is thought of as offensive looking, it is illegal for him to be in public during the day. (Milwaukee )
It is illegal to purchase or use Sparklers in the city, yet you can buy fully disassembled automatic
machine guns. (Milwaukee)
It is illegal to wake a fireman when he is asleep. (Racine)
Women may not walk down a public street at night without being accompanied by a man. (Racine)
Women are not allowed to wear anything red in public. (St. Croix)
Nuclear weapons may not be manufactured in the city limits. (Sun Prairie)
Persons may not ride a bicycle with their hands off the handlebars. (Sun Prairie)
Cats are forbidden from entering cemeteries. (Sun Prairie)
Even if one gets his/her change "stolen" by a vending machine, hitting the machine violates a city ordinance. (Sun Prairie)
Unremoved snow on one's property is considered a public nuisance. (Sun Prairie)
Spitting on the sidewalk is prohibited. (Wauwatosa)
If a person shall fail to return books he/she has checked out from the library, that person should return their library card to the library until the books are returned. (Wauwatosa)
Swimming in water fountains is prohibited. (Wauwatosa)
It is a class A misdemeanor to wave a burning torch around in the air.
Livestock have the right-of-way on public roads.
The government may not prohibit manual flushed urinals.
Margarine may not be substituted for butter in restaurants unless it is requested by the customer.
Butter substitutes are not allowed to be served in state prisons.
Whenever two trains meet at an intersection of said tracks, neither shall proceed until the other has.
Condoms were considered an obscene article and had to hidden behind the pharmacist's counter.
At one time, margarine was illegal.
State Law made it illegal to serve apple pie in public restaurants without cheese.
The state definition of rape stated that it was a man having sex with a woman he knows not to
be his wife. That would mean that women could not be guilty of rape and neither could men who thought they were married to the woman.
While all cheese making requires a license, Limburger cheese making requires a master cheese maker's license.
It is illegal to kiss on a train.
It is illegal to cut a woman's hair.
You are allowed to marry your house.
After 3:00 a.m., you have to send a rocket signal in the air after every mile you drive. Then wait a minute for a response. (Repealed)
Tattooing is illegal unless it is done for medical purposes. (Brookfield)
It is unlawful for one to allow another to use the first person's telephone in order to make prank phone calls. (Brookfield)
Screens are required on all windows from May 1 to October 1. (Hudson)
You are not allowed to put litter into someone else's trash receptacle without express permission. (Hudson)
No one may sit on another's parked vehicle without expressed consent of the owner. (Hudson)
No male is allowed to be in a state of arousal in public. (Kenosha)
It is illegal to tie up your horse along Third Street (Now a major bar strip) . (La Crosse)
It is illegal to display an unclothed mannequin in a store window. (La Crosse)
It is illegal to play checkers in public. (La Crosse)
You cannot "worry a squirrel." (La Crosse)
An old ordinance forbids parking for over two hours unless a horse is tied to the car.(Milwaukee )
It is against the law to play a flute and drums on the streets to attract attention. (Milwaukee )
If one is thought of as offensive looking, it is illegal for him to be in public during the day. (Milwaukee )
It is illegal to purchase or use Sparklers in the city, yet you can buy fully disassembled automatic
machine guns. (Milwaukee)
It is illegal to wake a fireman when he is asleep. (Racine)
Women may not walk down a public street at night without being accompanied by a man. (Racine)
Women are not allowed to wear anything red in public. (St. Croix)
Nuclear weapons may not be manufactured in the city limits. (Sun Prairie)
Persons may not ride a bicycle with their hands off the handlebars. (Sun Prairie)
Cats are forbidden from entering cemeteries. (Sun Prairie)
Even if one gets his/her change "stolen" by a vending machine, hitting the machine violates a city ordinance. (Sun Prairie)
Unremoved snow on one's property is considered a public nuisance. (Sun Prairie)
Spitting on the sidewalk is prohibited. (Wauwatosa)
If a person shall fail to return books he/she has checked out from the library, that person should return their library card to the library until the books are returned. (Wauwatosa)
Swimming in water fountains is prohibited. (Wauwatosa)
Stupid Laws from West Virginia
No children may attend school with their breath smelling of "wild onions."
Unmarried couple who live together and "lewdly associate" with one another may face up to a year in prison.
When a railroad passes within 1 mile of a community of 100 or more people in it, they must builda station and stop there regularly to pick up and drop off passengers.
Any person who commits adultery shall be fined at least twenty dollars.
A tax of 1 cent is levied for every 16 and 9 ounces of coke sold in a store.
A person may be placed in jail for up to six months for making fun of someone who does not accept a challenge.
It is illegal to snooze on a train.
A person may not hold public office if he or she has ever participated in a duel.
For each act of public swearing a person shall be fined one dollar.
According to the state constitution, it is unlawful for anyone to own a red or a black flag.
If you wear a hat inside a theater, you may be fined.
Road-kill may be taken home for supper.
Firemen may not whistle or flirt at any woman passing a firehouse. (Huntington)
It is legal to beat your wife so long as it is done in public on Sunday, on the courthouse steps. (Huntington)
No member of the clergy is allowed to tell jokes or humorous stories from the pulpit during a church service (Nicholas County)
Unmarried couple who live together and "lewdly associate" with one another may face up to a year in prison.
When a railroad passes within 1 mile of a community of 100 or more people in it, they must builda station and stop there regularly to pick up and drop off passengers.
Any person who commits adultery shall be fined at least twenty dollars.
A tax of 1 cent is levied for every 16 and 9 ounces of coke sold in a store.
A person may be placed in jail for up to six months for making fun of someone who does not accept a challenge.
It is illegal to snooze on a train.
A person may not hold public office if he or she has ever participated in a duel.
For each act of public swearing a person shall be fined one dollar.
According to the state constitution, it is unlawful for anyone to own a red or a black flag.
If you wear a hat inside a theater, you may be fined.
Road-kill may be taken home for supper.
Firemen may not whistle or flirt at any woman passing a firehouse. (Huntington)
It is legal to beat your wife so long as it is done in public on Sunday, on the courthouse steps. (Huntington)
No member of the clergy is allowed to tell jokes or humorous stories from the pulpit during a church service (Nicholas County)
Stupid Laws from Washington
All lollipops are banned.
A law to reduce crime states: "It is mandatory for a motorist with criminal intentions to stop at the city limits and telephone the chief of police as he is entering the town."
It is illegal to paint polka dots on the American flag.
People may not buy a mattress on Sunday.
All motor vehicles must be preceded by a man carrying a red flag (daytime) or a red lantern (nighttime) fifty feet in front of said vehicle.
It is illegal to pretend that one's parents are rich.
You are not allowed to breastfeed in public. (Repealed)
One may not spit on a bus.
When two trains come to a crossing, neither shall go until the other has passed.
You cannot buy meat of any kind on Sunday.
It is illegal to attach a vending machine to a utility pole without prior consent from the utility company. Furthermore, if permission is granted, the vending machine may not be less than twelve feet from the ground.
No person may walk about in public if he or she has the common cold
Destroying a beer cask or bottle of another is illegal.
It is illegal to entice girls away from the Maple Lane School for girls.
X-rays may not be used to fit shoes.
Men who deflower virgins, regardless of age or marital status, may face up to five years in jail. (Auburn)
You may not shuck peanuts on the street. (Bremerton)
Dancing and drinking may not occur at the same establishment. (Lynden)
You may not carry a concealed weapon that is over six feet in length. (Seattle)
Women who sit on men's laps on buses or trains without placing a pillow between them face an automatic six-month jail term. (Seattle)
No one may set fire to another person's property without prior permission. (Seattle)
TV's may not be bought on Sundays. (Spokane)
Strippers may not come closer than four feet to any customer. (Spokane County)
No structure shall contain more than two toilets that use potable water for flushing. -San Juan County Ordinance NO. 7 -1995 (Passed June 7,1995) (Waldron Island)
You may not ride an ugly horse (Wilbur)
A law to reduce crime states: "It is mandatory for a motorist with criminal intentions to stop at the city limits and telephone the chief of police as he is entering the town."
It is illegal to paint polka dots on the American flag.
People may not buy a mattress on Sunday.
All motor vehicles must be preceded by a man carrying a red flag (daytime) or a red lantern (nighttime) fifty feet in front of said vehicle.
It is illegal to pretend that one's parents are rich.
You are not allowed to breastfeed in public. (Repealed)
One may not spit on a bus.
When two trains come to a crossing, neither shall go until the other has passed.
You cannot buy meat of any kind on Sunday.
It is illegal to attach a vending machine to a utility pole without prior consent from the utility company. Furthermore, if permission is granted, the vending machine may not be less than twelve feet from the ground.
No person may walk about in public if he or she has the common cold
Destroying a beer cask or bottle of another is illegal.
It is illegal to entice girls away from the Maple Lane School for girls.
X-rays may not be used to fit shoes.
Men who deflower virgins, regardless of age or marital status, may face up to five years in jail. (Auburn)
You may not shuck peanuts on the street. (Bremerton)
Dancing and drinking may not occur at the same establishment. (Lynden)
You may not carry a concealed weapon that is over six feet in length. (Seattle)
Women who sit on men's laps on buses or trains without placing a pillow between them face an automatic six-month jail term. (Seattle)
No one may set fire to another person's property without prior permission. (Seattle)
TV's may not be bought on Sundays. (Spokane)
Strippers may not come closer than four feet to any customer. (Spokane County)
No structure shall contain more than two toilets that use potable water for flushing. -San Juan County Ordinance NO. 7 -1995 (Passed June 7,1995) (Waldron Island)
You may not ride an ugly horse (Wilbur)
Stupid Laws from Virginia
No animal may be hunted on Sunday with the exception of raccoons, which may be hunted until 2:00 AM.
Not only is it illegal to have sex with the lights on, one may not have sex in any position other than missionary.
You may not engage in business on Sundays, with the exception of almost every industry.
If one is not married, it is illegal for him to have sexual relations.
You may not have oral or anal sex.
Driving while not wearing shoes is prohibited.
Citizens must honk their horn while passing other cars.
Children are not to go trick-or-treating on Halloween.
It is illegal to tickle women.
No one may wash a mule on the sidewalk. (Culpeper)
A person of color may not be outside or within the city limits after 7 pm. (Dayton)
Any person who owns a pool risks a $2500 fine for not closing the gate to the pool when they get done swimming in it. (Frederick)
A special license is required for persons wishing to sell such items as tableware and coins. (Frederick)
It is illegal to kick your wife out of bed. (Lebanon)
Spitting on a sea gull is not tolerated. (Norfolk)
A man may face 60 days in jail for patting a woman's derriere. (Norfolk)
Women must wear a corset after sundown and be in the company of male chaperone. (Norfolk)
No person may keep a skunk as a pet. (Prince William County)
It is illegal to cuss about another. (Prince William County)
It is illegal to flip a coin in a restaurant to see who pays for a coffee. (Richmond)
It is legal for a man to beat his wife on the courthouse steps so long as it is before 8:00 pm.(Stafford County)
If you are drunk and not driving your car, and the person who is driving the car is drunk as well, you may both receive DUI's. (Virginia Beach)
It is illegal for a person to ride on the handlebars of a bike. (Virginia Beach)
It is illegal to use profanity on Atlantic Avenue or the boardwalk. (Virginia Beach)
It is also unlawful to drive by the same place within 30 minutes on Atlantic Avenue.(Virginia Beach)
Not only is it illegal to have sex with the lights on, one may not have sex in any position other than missionary.
You may not engage in business on Sundays, with the exception of almost every industry.
If one is not married, it is illegal for him to have sexual relations.
You may not have oral or anal sex.
Driving while not wearing shoes is prohibited.
Citizens must honk their horn while passing other cars.
Children are not to go trick-or-treating on Halloween.
It is illegal to tickle women.
No one may wash a mule on the sidewalk. (Culpeper)
A person of color may not be outside or within the city limits after 7 pm. (Dayton)
Any person who owns a pool risks a $2500 fine for not closing the gate to the pool when they get done swimming in it. (Frederick)
A special license is required for persons wishing to sell such items as tableware and coins. (Frederick)
It is illegal to kick your wife out of bed. (Lebanon)
Spitting on a sea gull is not tolerated. (Norfolk)
A man may face 60 days in jail for patting a woman's derriere. (Norfolk)
Women must wear a corset after sundown and be in the company of male chaperone. (Norfolk)
No person may keep a skunk as a pet. (Prince William County)
It is illegal to cuss about another. (Prince William County)
It is illegal to flip a coin in a restaurant to see who pays for a coffee. (Richmond)
It is legal for a man to beat his wife on the courthouse steps so long as it is before 8:00 pm.(Stafford County)
If you are drunk and not driving your car, and the person who is driving the car is drunk as well, you may both receive DUI's. (Virginia Beach)
It is illegal for a person to ride on the handlebars of a bike. (Virginia Beach)
It is illegal to use profanity on Atlantic Avenue or the boardwalk. (Virginia Beach)
It is also unlawful to drive by the same place within 30 minutes on Atlantic Avenue.(Virginia Beach)
Stupid Laws from Vermont
Women must obtain written permission from their husbands to wear false teeth.
At one time it was illegal to tie a giraffe to a telephone pole.
Whistling underwater is illegal
It is illegal to deny the existence of God.
It is illegal to paint landscapes in times of war.
All residents shall bathe every Saturday night. (Barre)
It is illegal to paint landscapes in times of war.
At one time it was illegal to tie a giraffe to a telephone pole.
Whistling underwater is illegal
It is illegal to deny the existence of God.
It is illegal to paint landscapes in times of war.
All residents shall bathe every Saturday night. (Barre)
It is illegal to paint landscapes in times of war.
Stupid Laws from Utah
Alcohol may not be sold during an emergency.
Individuals may not possess beer in containers larger than two liters unless they are a retailer.
It is illegal to cause a catastrophe.
It is against the law to fish from horseback.
It is illegal not to drink milk.
It is illegal to detonate any nuclear weapon. You can have them, but you just can't detonate them.
Birds have the right of way on all highways.
You're not allowed to sell beverages containing more than 3.2% alcohol.
It is a felony to persistently tread on the cracks between paving stones on the sidewalk of a state highway.
It's legal for restaurants to serve wine with meals, but only if you ask for the wine list.
No one may have sex in the back of an ambulance if it is responding to an emergency call.
You must have identification to enter a convenience store after dark. (Kaysville)
Women may not swear. (Logan)
Daylight must be visible between partners on a dance floor.(Monroe)
Throwing snowballs will result in a $50 fine. (Provo)
No one may walk down the street carrying a paper bag containing a violin. (Salt Lake County)
Auctions may not be advertised by hiring trombone players to play on the street.(Salt Lake
County)
It is illegal to have sex in a moving ambulance and if you are caught the guy is let go and the woman is punished and her name appears in the newspaper. (Tremonton)
Pharmacists may not sell gunpowder to cure headaches.(Trout Creek)
It is against the law to open a soda bottle without the supervision of a licensed engineer.(Tulsa)
Individuals may not possess beer in containers larger than two liters unless they are a retailer.
It is illegal to cause a catastrophe.
It is against the law to fish from horseback.
It is illegal not to drink milk.
It is illegal to detonate any nuclear weapon. You can have them, but you just can't detonate them.
Birds have the right of way on all highways.
You're not allowed to sell beverages containing more than 3.2% alcohol.
It is a felony to persistently tread on the cracks between paving stones on the sidewalk of a state highway.
It's legal for restaurants to serve wine with meals, but only if you ask for the wine list.
No one may have sex in the back of an ambulance if it is responding to an emergency call.
You must have identification to enter a convenience store after dark. (Kaysville)
Women may not swear. (Logan)
Daylight must be visible between partners on a dance floor.(Monroe)
Throwing snowballs will result in a $50 fine. (Provo)
No one may walk down the street carrying a paper bag containing a violin. (Salt Lake County)
Auctions may not be advertised by hiring trombone players to play on the street.(Salt Lake
County)
It is illegal to have sex in a moving ambulance and if you are caught the guy is let go and the woman is punished and her name appears in the newspaper. (Tremonton)
Pharmacists may not sell gunpowder to cure headaches.(Trout Creek)
It is against the law to open a soda bottle without the supervision of a licensed engineer.(Tulsa)
Stupid Laws from Texas
When two trains meet each other at a railroad crossing, each shall come to a full stop, and neither shall proceed until the other has gone.
It is illegal to take more than three sips of beer at a time while standing.
Up to a felony charge can be levied for promoting the use of, or owning more than six dildos.
It is illegal for one to shoot a buffalo from the second story of a hotel.
It is illegal to milk another person's cow.
A recently passed anticrime law requires criminals to give their victims 24 hours notice, either orally or in writing, and to explain the nature of the crime to be committed.
Homosexual behavior is a misdemeanor offense.
The entire Encyclopedia Britannica is banned in Texas because it contains a formula for making beer at home.
It is illegal to idle or loiter anyplace within the corporate limits of the city for the purpose of flirting or mashing. (Abilene )
Wire cutters can not be carried in your pocket. (Austin )
Collegiate football is banned at Lamar University. (Beaumont )
It is against the law to throw confetti, rubber balls, feather dusters, whips or quirts (riding crop), and explosive firecrackers of any kind. (Borger )
It is illegal to dust any public building with a feather duster. (Clarendon )
It's illegal to possess realistic dildos. (Dallas )
Urinating on the streets is illegal. (El Paso )
Appearing in public places wearing a "lewd dress" is prohibited. (El Paso )
Churches, hotels, halls of assembly, stores, markets, banking rooms, railroad depots, and saloons are required to provide spittoons "of a kind and number to efficiently contain expectorations into them."(El Paso )
Landing an airplane on the beach is illegal. (Galveston )
Any person who sits on a sidewalk may be fined up to $500. (Galveston )
It is illegal to drive a motor car down Broadway before noon on Sundays. (Galveston )
No person amy disturb a church service by swearing. (Harker Heights )
Drivers of city vehicles must respect all traffic rules just like the rest of us. (Harker Heights )
It is illegal to sell Limburger cheese on Sunday. (Houston )
Beer may not be purchased after midnight on a Sunday, but it may be purchased on Monday.(Houston )
It is illegal to take more than three swallows of beer while standing. (LeFors )
It is illegal to drive within an arm's length of alcohol - including alcohol in someone else's blood stream. (Lubbock County )
It is illegal for children to have unusual haircuts. (Mesquite )
Obnoxious odors may not be emitted while in an elevator. (Port Arthur )
It is illegal to do "U Turns". (Richardson )
It is now illegal to place a "for sale" sign on a car if it visible from the street. (Richardson )
It is illegal to urinate on the Alamo. (San Antonio )
It is illegal for both sexes to flirt or respond to flirtation using the eyes and/or hands.(San Antonio )
Cattle thieves may be hanged on the spot. (Temple )
You can ride your horse in the saloon. (Temple )
No one may ride a horse and buggy through the town square. (Temple )
Owners of horses may not ride them at night without tail lights. (Texarkana )
It is illegal to take more than three sips of beer at a time while standing.
Up to a felony charge can be levied for promoting the use of, or owning more than six dildos.
It is illegal for one to shoot a buffalo from the second story of a hotel.
It is illegal to milk another person's cow.
A recently passed anticrime law requires criminals to give their victims 24 hours notice, either orally or in writing, and to explain the nature of the crime to be committed.
Homosexual behavior is a misdemeanor offense.
The entire Encyclopedia Britannica is banned in Texas because it contains a formula for making beer at home.
It is illegal to idle or loiter anyplace within the corporate limits of the city for the purpose of flirting or mashing. (Abilene )
Wire cutters can not be carried in your pocket. (Austin )
Collegiate football is banned at Lamar University. (Beaumont )
It is against the law to throw confetti, rubber balls, feather dusters, whips or quirts (riding crop), and explosive firecrackers of any kind. (Borger )
It is illegal to dust any public building with a feather duster. (Clarendon )
It's illegal to possess realistic dildos. (Dallas )
Urinating on the streets is illegal. (El Paso )
Appearing in public places wearing a "lewd dress" is prohibited. (El Paso )
Churches, hotels, halls of assembly, stores, markets, banking rooms, railroad depots, and saloons are required to provide spittoons "of a kind and number to efficiently contain expectorations into them."(El Paso )
Landing an airplane on the beach is illegal. (Galveston )
Any person who sits on a sidewalk may be fined up to $500. (Galveston )
It is illegal to drive a motor car down Broadway before noon on Sundays. (Galveston )
No person amy disturb a church service by swearing. (Harker Heights )
Drivers of city vehicles must respect all traffic rules just like the rest of us. (Harker Heights )
It is illegal to sell Limburger cheese on Sunday. (Houston )
Beer may not be purchased after midnight on a Sunday, but it may be purchased on Monday.(Houston )
It is illegal to take more than three swallows of beer while standing. (LeFors )
It is illegal to drive within an arm's length of alcohol - including alcohol in someone else's blood stream. (Lubbock County )
It is illegal for children to have unusual haircuts. (Mesquite )
Obnoxious odors may not be emitted while in an elevator. (Port Arthur )
It is illegal to do "U Turns". (Richardson )
It is now illegal to place a "for sale" sign on a car if it visible from the street. (Richardson )
It is illegal to urinate on the Alamo. (San Antonio )
It is illegal for both sexes to flirt or respond to flirtation using the eyes and/or hands.(San Antonio )
Cattle thieves may be hanged on the spot. (Temple )
You can ride your horse in the saloon. (Temple )
No one may ride a horse and buggy through the town square. (Temple )
Owners of horses may not ride them at night without tail lights. (Texarkana )
Stupid Laws from Tennessee
The definition of "dumb animal" includes every living creature. (Repealed)
Interracial marriages are illegal. (Repealed)
Tattooing a minor is a misdemeanor. (Repealed)
It is illegal to dare a child to purchase a beer.
Skunks may not be carried into the state.
Hollow logs may not be sold.
More than 8 women may not live in the same house because that would constitute a brothel.
It is illegal to use a lasso to catch a fish.
Ministers are to be dedicated to God and therefore are not eligible to hold a seat in either House of the Legislature.
Giving and receiving oral sex is still prohibited by law.
Stealing a horse is punishable by hanging.
No Christian parent may require their children to pick up trash from the highway on Easter day.
Driving is not to be done while asleep.
It is legal to gather and consume road-kill.
It is illegal for a woman to call a man for a date. (Dyersburg)
You may not have more than five inoperable vehicles on a piece of property. (Fayette County)
In front of their buildings, all businesses must have a "hitching post." (Knoxville)
Illegal for a woman to drive a car unless there is a man either running or walking in front of it waving a red flag to warn approaching motorists and pedestrians. (Memphis)
It's illegal for frogs to croak after 11 PM. (Memphis)
Panhandlers must first obtain a $10 permit before begging on the streets of downtown
Memphis. (Memphis)
It is illegal to give any pie to fellow diners. It is also illegal to take unfinished pie home.All pie must be eaten on the premises. (Memphis)
No person may keep a cheetah as a pet. (Nashville.)
Males may not be sexually aroused in public. (Nashville)
Anyone rollerblading may not tie his or herself to a moving vehicle on a highway. (Nashville)
No person may roller skate and listen to a personal cd player at the same time. (Nashville)
Throwing stones is prohibited as it might break a window. (Nashville)
To play pinball, one must be 18 years old. (Nashville)
All persons riding scooters must ride in single file. (Nashville)
An ordinance forbids anyone to sing the song "It Ain't Goin' To Rain No Mo'." (Oneida)
Interracial marriages are illegal. (Repealed)
Tattooing a minor is a misdemeanor. (Repealed)
It is illegal to dare a child to purchase a beer.
Skunks may not be carried into the state.
Hollow logs may not be sold.
More than 8 women may not live in the same house because that would constitute a brothel.
It is illegal to use a lasso to catch a fish.
Ministers are to be dedicated to God and therefore are not eligible to hold a seat in either House of the Legislature.
Giving and receiving oral sex is still prohibited by law.
Stealing a horse is punishable by hanging.
No Christian parent may require their children to pick up trash from the highway on Easter day.
Driving is not to be done while asleep.
It is legal to gather and consume road-kill.
It is illegal for a woman to call a man for a date. (Dyersburg)
You may not have more than five inoperable vehicles on a piece of property. (Fayette County)
In front of their buildings, all businesses must have a "hitching post." (Knoxville)
Illegal for a woman to drive a car unless there is a man either running or walking in front of it waving a red flag to warn approaching motorists and pedestrians. (Memphis)
It's illegal for frogs to croak after 11 PM. (Memphis)
Panhandlers must first obtain a $10 permit before begging on the streets of downtown
Memphis. (Memphis)
It is illegal to give any pie to fellow diners. It is also illegal to take unfinished pie home.All pie must be eaten on the premises. (Memphis)
No person may keep a cheetah as a pet. (Nashville.)
Males may not be sexually aroused in public. (Nashville)
Anyone rollerblading may not tie his or herself to a moving vehicle on a highway. (Nashville)
No person may roller skate and listen to a personal cd player at the same time. (Nashville)
Throwing stones is prohibited as it might break a window. (Nashville)
To play pinball, one must be 18 years old. (Nashville)
All persons riding scooters must ride in single file. (Nashville)
An ordinance forbids anyone to sing the song "It Ain't Goin' To Rain No Mo'." (Oneida)
Stupid Laws from South Dakota
It is illegal to lie down and fall asleep in a cheese factory.
Movies that show police officers being struck, beaten, or treated in an offensive manner are forbidden.
If there are more than 5 Native Americans on your property you may shoot them. (repealed)
If three or more Indians are walking down the street together, they can be considered a war partyand fired upon. (Spearfish)(repealed)
Movies that show police officers being struck, beaten, or treated in an offensive manner are forbidden.
If there are more than 5 Native Americans on your property you may shoot them. (repealed)
If three or more Indians are walking down the street together, they can be considered a war partyand fired upon. (Spearfish)(repealed)
Stupid Laws from South Carolina
It is illegal to display a confederate flag on a courthouse.
By law, if a man promises to marry an unmarried woman, the marriage must take place.
Railroad companies may be held liable in some instances for scaring horses.
A railroad my not remove itself from a town of more than five hundred people.
Fortune tellers are required to obtain a special permit from the state.
Dance halls may not operate on Sundays.
No work may be done on Sunday.
An exception to the above law is that light bulbs may be sold.
Musical instruments may not be sold on Sunday.
Performing a U-turn within 1,000 feet of an intersection is illegal.
It is considered an offense to get a tattoo.
Horses may not be kept in bathtubs.
It is illegal to sell any alcoholic beverages on Sunday, unless you own a private club.
A permit must be obtained to fire a missile.
It is illegal to give or receive oral sex in South Carolina.
When approaching a four way or blind intersection in a non-horse driven vehicle you must stop 100 ft from the intersection and discharge a firearm into the air to warn horse traffic.
It is perfectly legal to beat your wife on the court house steps on Sundays.
Every adult male must bring a rifle to church on Sunday in order to ward off Indian attacks.
It is a capital offense to inadvertently kill someone while attempting suicide.
A person must be eighteen years old to play a pinball machine.
The Fire Department may blow up your house. This law was made so that the fire department could create a fire brake. (Charleston )
It is against the law to drive a motorized vehicle on King Street. (Charleston )
Lifeguards must be present at apartment complex pools, but only after 11:00 PM. (Clemson )
Sexually oriented businesses may not open for business on Sundays. (Clemson )
Bitches in heat shall be confined. (Clemson )
Horses are to wear pants at all times. (Fountain Inn )
The drinking age on Furman University campus is 60 years old. (Greenville )
It is illegal to dance in public in Lancaster. (Lancaster County )
Eating watermelons in the Magnolia Street cemetery is forbidden. (Spartanburg )
By law, if a man promises to marry an unmarried woman, the marriage must take place.
Railroad companies may be held liable in some instances for scaring horses.
A railroad my not remove itself from a town of more than five hundred people.
Fortune tellers are required to obtain a special permit from the state.
Dance halls may not operate on Sundays.
No work may be done on Sunday.
An exception to the above law is that light bulbs may be sold.
Musical instruments may not be sold on Sunday.
Performing a U-turn within 1,000 feet of an intersection is illegal.
It is considered an offense to get a tattoo.
Horses may not be kept in bathtubs.
It is illegal to sell any alcoholic beverages on Sunday, unless you own a private club.
A permit must be obtained to fire a missile.
It is illegal to give or receive oral sex in South Carolina.
When approaching a four way or blind intersection in a non-horse driven vehicle you must stop 100 ft from the intersection and discharge a firearm into the air to warn horse traffic.
It is perfectly legal to beat your wife on the court house steps on Sundays.
Every adult male must bring a rifle to church on Sunday in order to ward off Indian attacks.
It is a capital offense to inadvertently kill someone while attempting suicide.
A person must be eighteen years old to play a pinball machine.
The Fire Department may blow up your house. This law was made so that the fire department could create a fire brake. (Charleston )
It is against the law to drive a motorized vehicle on King Street. (Charleston )
Lifeguards must be present at apartment complex pools, but only after 11:00 PM. (Clemson )
Sexually oriented businesses may not open for business on Sundays. (Clemson )
Bitches in heat shall be confined. (Clemson )
Horses are to wear pants at all times. (Fountain Inn )
The drinking age on Furman University campus is 60 years old. (Greenville )
It is illegal to dance in public in Lancaster. (Lancaster County )
Eating watermelons in the Magnolia Street cemetery is forbidden. (Spartanburg )
Stupid Laws from Rhode Island
One must make a loud noise before passing a car on the left.
Impersonating a town sealer, auctioneer, coder of wood, or a fence-viewer is against the law.Penalty: $20 to $100 fine.
Riding a horse over any public highway for the purpose of racing, or testing the speed of the horse is illegal. Penalty: Maximum $20 fine and imprisonment for 10 days.
Exercising any labor, business, or work, or using any game, sport, play, or recreation, or causing any of the above to be done to or by your children, servants, or apprentices on the first day of the week (Sunday) results in a penalty of $5 for the first offense and $10 for the second.
Professional sports, except ice polo and hockey, must obtain a license to play games on Sunday.
Any marriage where either of the parties is an idiot or lunatic is null and void.
It is considered an offense to throw pickle juice on a trolley.
You cannot smoke a pipe after sunset. (Newport)
There is not an appeals process for exemption of property tax due to a disability or poverty. (Providence)
It is illegal to wear transparent clothing. (Providence)
You may not sell toothpaste and a toothbrush to the same customer on a Sunday.(Providence)
It is illegal to drive down any street with beer in your car, even if it is unopened. (Scituate)
Impersonating a town sealer, auctioneer, coder of wood, or a fence-viewer is against the law.Penalty: $20 to $100 fine.
Riding a horse over any public highway for the purpose of racing, or testing the speed of the horse is illegal. Penalty: Maximum $20 fine and imprisonment for 10 days.
Exercising any labor, business, or work, or using any game, sport, play, or recreation, or causing any of the above to be done to or by your children, servants, or apprentices on the first day of the week (Sunday) results in a penalty of $5 for the first offense and $10 for the second.
Professional sports, except ice polo and hockey, must obtain a license to play games on Sunday.
Any marriage where either of the parties is an idiot or lunatic is null and void.
It is considered an offense to throw pickle juice on a trolley.
You cannot smoke a pipe after sunset. (Newport)
There is not an appeals process for exemption of property tax due to a disability or poverty. (Providence)
It is illegal to wear transparent clothing. (Providence)
You may not sell toothpaste and a toothbrush to the same customer on a Sunday.(Providence)
It is illegal to drive down any street with beer in your car, even if it is unopened. (Scituate)
Stupid Laws from Pennsylvania
It is contrary to Pennsylvania law to discharge a gun, cannon, revolver or other explosiveweapon at a wedding.
It is illegal to have over 16 women live in a house together because that constitutes a brothel. However up to 120 men can live together, without breaking the law.
It it illegal to sleep on top of a refrigerator outdoors.
Any motorist driving along a country road at night must stop every mile and send up a rocket signal,wait 10 minutes for the road to be cleared of livestock, and continue.
A special cleaning ordinance bans housewives from hiding dirt and dust under a rug in a dwelling.
You may not sing in the bathtub.
Fireworks stores may not sell fireworks to Pennsylvania residents.
A person is not eligible to become Governor if he/she has participated in a duel.
Any motorist who sights a team of horses coming toward him must pull well off the road, cover his car with a blanket or canvas that blends with the countryside, and let the horses pass. If the horses appear skittish, the motorist must take his car apart, piece by piece, and hide it under the nearest bushes.
Ministers are forbidden from performing marriages when either the bride or groom is drunk.
No more than two packages of beer at a time may be purchased, unless you are buying from an official "beer distributor".
All liquor stores must be run by the state.
Motorized vehicles are not to be sold on Sundays.
You may not catch a fish with your hands.
You may not catch a fish by any body part except the mouth.
Dynamite is not to be used to catch fish.
Though you do not need a fishing license to fish on your own land, but a hunting license is required to hunt on your own land.
There is a ban on men becoming aroused in public. (Allentown)
Operators of bingo games may not advertise the prizes offered. (Bensalem)
Persons convicted of felonies may not operate Bingo games. (Bensalem)
One's pants may be worn no lower than five inches below the waist. (Connellsville )
All fire hydrants must be checked one hour before all fires. (Danville)
It is required that a woman have a permit to wear cosmetics. (Morrisville)
Every outlet or switch (which can be purchased for 59 cents) that is installed requires an electricalinspection fee of 1 dollar and 33 cents. (Newtown)
No one is allowed to sleep on a refrigerator. (Pittsburgh)
It is still illegal to bring a donkey or a mule onto a trolley car. (Pittsburgh)
Horses are not to be tied to parking meters. (Tarentum)
It is illegal to have over 16 women live in a house together because that constitutes a brothel. However up to 120 men can live together, without breaking the law.
It it illegal to sleep on top of a refrigerator outdoors.
Any motorist driving along a country road at night must stop every mile and send up a rocket signal,wait 10 minutes for the road to be cleared of livestock, and continue.
A special cleaning ordinance bans housewives from hiding dirt and dust under a rug in a dwelling.
You may not sing in the bathtub.
Fireworks stores may not sell fireworks to Pennsylvania residents.
A person is not eligible to become Governor if he/she has participated in a duel.
Any motorist who sights a team of horses coming toward him must pull well off the road, cover his car with a blanket or canvas that blends with the countryside, and let the horses pass. If the horses appear skittish, the motorist must take his car apart, piece by piece, and hide it under the nearest bushes.
Ministers are forbidden from performing marriages when either the bride or groom is drunk.
No more than two packages of beer at a time may be purchased, unless you are buying from an official "beer distributor".
All liquor stores must be run by the state.
Motorized vehicles are not to be sold on Sundays.
You may not catch a fish with your hands.
You may not catch a fish by any body part except the mouth.
Dynamite is not to be used to catch fish.
Though you do not need a fishing license to fish on your own land, but a hunting license is required to hunt on your own land.
There is a ban on men becoming aroused in public. (Allentown)
Operators of bingo games may not advertise the prizes offered. (Bensalem)
Persons convicted of felonies may not operate Bingo games. (Bensalem)
One's pants may be worn no lower than five inches below the waist. (Connellsville )
All fire hydrants must be checked one hour before all fires. (Danville)
It is required that a woman have a permit to wear cosmetics. (Morrisville)
Every outlet or switch (which can be purchased for 59 cents) that is installed requires an electricalinspection fee of 1 dollar and 33 cents. (Newtown)
No one is allowed to sleep on a refrigerator. (Pittsburgh)
It is still illegal to bring a donkey or a mule onto a trolley car. (Pittsburgh)
Horses are not to be tied to parking meters. (Tarentum)
Stupid Laws from Oregon
Dishes must drip dry.
The "Peer Review Statute" prohibits you from finding out details of any written or oral discussion about your medical treatment. Not even a court of law can. All you can access is what the doctor or nurse voluntarily records in your chart.
It is illegal to whisper "dirty" things in your lover's ear during sex.
Ice cream may not be eaten on Sundays.
It is illegal to buy or sell marijuana, but it is legal to smoke it on your own property.
One may not bathe without wearing "suitable clothing," i.e., that which covers one's body from neck to knee.
Canned corn is not to be used as bait for fishing.
It is illegal to show movies or attend a car race on Sundays. (Eugene)
It is legal to conduct a horse race or a symphony concert. (Eugene)
Juggling is strictly prohibited without a license. (Hood River)
It's illegal to walk down a sidewalk and knock a snakes head off with your cane. (Klamath River)
Ministers are forbidden from eating garlic or onions before delivering a sermon. (Marion)
One may not box with a kangaroo. (Myrtle Creek)
No one may attempt to cause someone to think that their property may be subjected to "offensive physical contact". (Portland)
Minors may not enter a room where a "social game" is being played. (Portland)
Trucks may not be parked on the street. (Portland)
Riders of sleds may not attach themselves to passing cars. (Portland)
Persons may not pass through a "traffic congestion thoroughfare" more than twice per night. (Portland)
It's against the law for a wedding ceremony to be performed at a skating rink. (Portland)
People may not whistle underwater. (Portland)
You cannot wear roller skates in restrooms. (Portland)
Women may not wrestle in Salem. (Salem)
It is illegal to own a reptile within the city limits, unless you are a school or city, as a pet. (Springfield)
It is against the law for animals to have sex in the city limits. (Stanfield)
Cloth towel dispensers are banned from restrooms. (Stanfield)
No more than two people may share a single drink. (Stanfield)
It is illegal to predict the future. (Yamhill)
The "Peer Review Statute" prohibits you from finding out details of any written or oral discussion about your medical treatment. Not even a court of law can. All you can access is what the doctor or nurse voluntarily records in your chart.
It is illegal to whisper "dirty" things in your lover's ear during sex.
Ice cream may not be eaten on Sundays.
It is illegal to buy or sell marijuana, but it is legal to smoke it on your own property.
One may not bathe without wearing "suitable clothing," i.e., that which covers one's body from neck to knee.
Canned corn is not to be used as bait for fishing.
It is illegal to show movies or attend a car race on Sundays. (Eugene)
It is legal to conduct a horse race or a symphony concert. (Eugene)
Juggling is strictly prohibited without a license. (Hood River)
It's illegal to walk down a sidewalk and knock a snakes head off with your cane. (Klamath River)
Ministers are forbidden from eating garlic or onions before delivering a sermon. (Marion)
One may not box with a kangaroo. (Myrtle Creek)
No one may attempt to cause someone to think that their property may be subjected to "offensive physical contact". (Portland)
Minors may not enter a room where a "social game" is being played. (Portland)
Trucks may not be parked on the street. (Portland)
Riders of sleds may not attach themselves to passing cars. (Portland)
Persons may not pass through a "traffic congestion thoroughfare" more than twice per night. (Portland)
It's against the law for a wedding ceremony to be performed at a skating rink. (Portland)
People may not whistle underwater. (Portland)
You cannot wear roller skates in restrooms. (Portland)
Women may not wrestle in Salem. (Salem)
It is illegal to own a reptile within the city limits, unless you are a school or city, as a pet. (Springfield)
It is against the law for animals to have sex in the city limits. (Stanfield)
Cloth towel dispensers are banned from restrooms. (Stanfield)
No more than two people may share a single drink. (Stanfield)
It is illegal to predict the future. (Yamhill)
Stupid Laws from Oklahoma
Females are forbidden from doing their own hair without being licensed by the state.
Dogs must have a permit signed by the mayor in order to congregate in groups of three or more on private property.
Oklahoma will not tolerate anyone taking a bite out of another's hamburger.
It is against the law to read a comic book while operating a motor vehicle.
It is illegal to have the hind legs of farm animals in your boots.
People who make "ugly faces" at dogs may be fined and/or jailed.
Cars must be tethered outside of public buildings.
Oral sex is a misdemeanor and is punishable by one year in jail and a $2,500 fine.
Anyone arrested for soliciting a hooker must have their name and picture shown on television.
It's statutory rape for a man over 18 to have sex with a female under the age of 18, provided she's a virgin.If she's not a virgin, it is okay, but the said person must be over 16. If both parties are under 18, then the law does not apply.
Tattoos are banned.
No one may spit on a sidewalk.
It is illegal to wear your boots to bed.
It is illegal to have sex before you are married.
Fish may not be contained in fishbowls while on a public bus.
Tissues are not to be found in the back of one's car.
It is illegal for the owner of a bar to allow anyone inside to pretend to have sex with a buffalo.
If you wear New York Jets clothing, you may be put in jail. (Ada)
If ones dog is run over by a car, the owner must pay for the dog's disposal. (Bartlesville)
No person may own more than two adult cats. (Bartlesville)
It is illegal to cause "annoying vibrations" in the city limits. (Bartlesville)
Persons may not play catch on any city street. (Bartlesville)
Molesting an automobile is illegal. (Clinton)
It is unlawful to put any hypnotized person in a display window. (Hawthahorne)
Women may not gamble in the nude, in lingerie, or while wearing a towel. (Schulter )
You may not open a soda bottle without the supervision of a licensed engineer. (Tulsa)
Elephants are not to be taken into the downtown area. (Tulsa)
One's mode of transportation must be tied up while not attended. (Wynona)
Mules may not drink out of bird baths. (Wynona)
Clothes may not be washed in bird baths. (Wynona)
It is illegal to tie a horse in front of city hall. (Yukon)
While passing another vehicle, you must honk your horn. (Yukon
Dogs must have a permit signed by the mayor in order to congregate in groups of three or more on private property.
Oklahoma will not tolerate anyone taking a bite out of another's hamburger.
It is against the law to read a comic book while operating a motor vehicle.
It is illegal to have the hind legs of farm animals in your boots.
People who make "ugly faces" at dogs may be fined and/or jailed.
Cars must be tethered outside of public buildings.
Oral sex is a misdemeanor and is punishable by one year in jail and a $2,500 fine.
Anyone arrested for soliciting a hooker must have their name and picture shown on television.
It's statutory rape for a man over 18 to have sex with a female under the age of 18, provided she's a virgin.If she's not a virgin, it is okay, but the said person must be over 16. If both parties are under 18, then the law does not apply.
Tattoos are banned.
No one may spit on a sidewalk.
It is illegal to wear your boots to bed.
It is illegal to have sex before you are married.
Fish may not be contained in fishbowls while on a public bus.
Tissues are not to be found in the back of one's car.
It is illegal for the owner of a bar to allow anyone inside to pretend to have sex with a buffalo.
If you wear New York Jets clothing, you may be put in jail. (Ada)
If ones dog is run over by a car, the owner must pay for the dog's disposal. (Bartlesville)
No person may own more than two adult cats. (Bartlesville)
It is illegal to cause "annoying vibrations" in the city limits. (Bartlesville)
Persons may not play catch on any city street. (Bartlesville)
Molesting an automobile is illegal. (Clinton)
It is unlawful to put any hypnotized person in a display window. (Hawthahorne)
Women may not gamble in the nude, in lingerie, or while wearing a towel. (Schulter )
You may not open a soda bottle without the supervision of a licensed engineer. (Tulsa)
Elephants are not to be taken into the downtown area. (Tulsa)
One's mode of transportation must be tied up while not attended. (Wynona)
Mules may not drink out of bird baths. (Wynona)
Clothes may not be washed in bird baths. (Wynona)
It is illegal to tie a horse in front of city hall. (Yukon)
While passing another vehicle, you must honk your horn. (Yukon
Stupid Laws from Ohio
In Ohio, if you ignore an orator on Decoration day to such an extent as to publicly play croquet or pitch horseshoes within one mile of the speaker's stand, you can be fined $25.00.
Women are prohibited from wearing patent leather shoes in public.
It is illegal to fish for whales on Sunday
The Ohio driver's education manual states that you must honk the horn whenever you pass another car.
Participating or conducting a duel is prohibite.
Breast feeding is not allowed in public.
It is illegal for more than five women to live in a house.
It is illegal to mistreat anything of great importance.
No one may be arrested on Sunday or on the Fourth of July.
A police office can write you a ticket for leaving your keys in your car. But relax he will leave you a note when you can come get your keys back so long as you can prove it's your car and your key.
No person while operating a motor vehicle shall fail to slow down and stop said vehicle when signaled to do so upon meeting or overtaking a horse-drawn vehicle or person on horseback and to remain stationary until such vehicle or person has passed.
It is illegal to walk a cow down Lake Road. (Bay Village)
Ordinance number 223, of 09/09/19 prohibits the installation and usage of slot machines in outhouses. (Bexley)
If one loses their pet tiger, they must notify the authorities within one hour. (Canton)
Power Wheels® cars may not be driven down the street. (Canton)
It is a misdemeanor to play any game in a public park without the Superintendent's permission. (Canton)
Anal intercourse is banned. (Cincinnati)
Women are forbidden from wearing patent leather shoes, lest men see reflections of their underwear. (Cleveland)
It's illegal to catch mice without a hunting license! (Cleveland)
Any person who leans against a public building will be subject to fines. (Clinton)
It is illegal for stores to sell corn flakes on Sunday. (Columbus)
Items left on a tree lawn become city property. A young man was fined for removing an item from a tree lawn even though he had the owner's permission. (Fairview Park)
It's against the law to honk your horn "excessively". A grandmother was fined for honking her horn twice at her neighbor. (Fairview Park)
Cross-dressing is against the law. (Ironton)
Any map that does not have Lima clearly stated on the map cannot be sold. (Lima)
It is unlawful to run a horse over five miles per hour. (Lowell)
Your goose may not paraded down Main Street. (McDonald)
It is against the law to roller skate without notifying the police. (North Canton)
It's illegal for a woman to strip off her clothing while standing in front of a man's picture. (Oxford)
A policeman may bite a dog to quiet him. (Paulding)
Throwing a snake at anyone is illegal. (Toledo)
You may not run out of gas. (Youngstown)
Riding on the roof of a taxi cab is not allowed. (Youngstown)
Women are prohibited from wearing patent leather shoes in public.
It is illegal to fish for whales on Sunday
The Ohio driver's education manual states that you must honk the horn whenever you pass another car.
Participating or conducting a duel is prohibite.
Breast feeding is not allowed in public.
It is illegal for more than five women to live in a house.
It is illegal to mistreat anything of great importance.
No one may be arrested on Sunday or on the Fourth of July.
A police office can write you a ticket for leaving your keys in your car. But relax he will leave you a note when you can come get your keys back so long as you can prove it's your car and your key.
No person while operating a motor vehicle shall fail to slow down and stop said vehicle when signaled to do so upon meeting or overtaking a horse-drawn vehicle or person on horseback and to remain stationary until such vehicle or person has passed.
It is illegal to walk a cow down Lake Road. (Bay Village)
Ordinance number 223, of 09/09/19 prohibits the installation and usage of slot machines in outhouses. (Bexley)
If one loses their pet tiger, they must notify the authorities within one hour. (Canton)
Power Wheels® cars may not be driven down the street. (Canton)
It is a misdemeanor to play any game in a public park without the Superintendent's permission. (Canton)
Anal intercourse is banned. (Cincinnati)
Women are forbidden from wearing patent leather shoes, lest men see reflections of their underwear. (Cleveland)
It's illegal to catch mice without a hunting license! (Cleveland)
Any person who leans against a public building will be subject to fines. (Clinton)
It is illegal for stores to sell corn flakes on Sunday. (Columbus)
Items left on a tree lawn become city property. A young man was fined for removing an item from a tree lawn even though he had the owner's permission. (Fairview Park)
It's against the law to honk your horn "excessively". A grandmother was fined for honking her horn twice at her neighbor. (Fairview Park)
Cross-dressing is against the law. (Ironton)
Any map that does not have Lima clearly stated on the map cannot be sold. (Lima)
It is unlawful to run a horse over five miles per hour. (Lowell)
Your goose may not paraded down Main Street. (McDonald)
It is against the law to roller skate without notifying the police. (North Canton)
It's illegal for a woman to strip off her clothing while standing in front of a man's picture. (Oxford)
A policeman may bite a dog to quiet him. (Paulding)
Throwing a snake at anyone is illegal. (Toledo)
You may not run out of gas. (Youngstown)
Riding on the roof of a taxi cab is not allowed. (Youngstown)
Stupid Laws from North Dakota
It is illegal to lie down and fall asleep with your shoes on.
Beer and pretzels can't be served at the same time in any bar or restaurant.
It is legal to shoot an Indian on horseback, provided you are in a covered wagon.
New Year's celebrations are somewhat bland in this town as fireworks may not be set off after 11:00 PM! (Devils Lake)
One may be jailed for wearing a hat while dancing, or even for wearing a hat to a function where dancing is taking place. (Fargo)
Beer and pretzels can't be served at the same time in any bar or restaurant.
It is legal to shoot an Indian on horseback, provided you are in a covered wagon.
New Year's celebrations are somewhat bland in this town as fireworks may not be set off after 11:00 PM! (Devils Lake)
One may be jailed for wearing a hat while dancing, or even for wearing a hat to a function where dancing is taking place. (Fargo)
Stupid Laws from North Carolina
Persons in possession of illegal substances must pay taxes on them. However, paying taxes on these items doesnot make them legal.
A three dollar tax must be paid on all white goods sold.
Organizations may not hold their meetings while the members present are in costume.
No one may be a professional fortune-teller, and if one wishes to pursue the practice as an amateur,it must be practiced in a school or church.
It's against the law to sing off key.
Elephants may not be used to plow cotton fields.
While having sex, you must stay in the missionary position and have the shades pulled.
If a man and a woman who aren't married go to a hotel/motel and register themselves as married then, according to state law, they are legally married.
All couples staying overnight in a hotel must have a room with double beds that are at least two feet apart. Making love in the space between the beds is strictly forbidden.
It is illegal to have sex in a churchyard.
Oral sex is considered a crime against nature.
A marriage can be declared void if either of the two persons is physically impotent.
Public use of white canes by other than blind persons prohibited.
The mere possession of a lottery ticket is illegal in North Carolina and may result in a $2,000 fine. (Repealed)
Fights between cats and dogs are prohibited. (Barber)
It is a misdemeanor to urinate or defecate publicly. (Chapel Hill)
Women must have their bodies covered by at least 16 yards of cloth at all times. (Charlotte)
It is illegal to drive cars through city cemeteries for pleasure. (Dunn)
No one may visit their departed loved ones late at night. (Dunn)
It is illegal to throw rocks at a city street. (Dunn)
No person shall spit on a city street. (Dunn)
You must stop and call City Hall before entering town in an automobile. This is so the townspeople willhave time to go out and hold their horses until you get through town. (Forest City)
Restaurants "with on sidewalk dining" must post their menu so that it is clearly readable from the sidewalk, but is not readable from the street. (Greensboro)
You may not ride a bicycle without having both your hands on the handle bars. (Kill Devil Hills)
It is required that you must pay a property tax on your dog. (Rocky Mount)
It is against the law to rollerblade on a state highway. (Southern Shores)
It is against the law for children under seven years of age to go to college. (Winston-Salem)
It is illegal to stand outside the police station for any purpose after dark. (Zebulon)
A three dollar tax must be paid on all white goods sold.
Organizations may not hold their meetings while the members present are in costume.
No one may be a professional fortune-teller, and if one wishes to pursue the practice as an amateur,it must be practiced in a school or church.
It's against the law to sing off key.
Elephants may not be used to plow cotton fields.
While having sex, you must stay in the missionary position and have the shades pulled.
If a man and a woman who aren't married go to a hotel/motel and register themselves as married then, according to state law, they are legally married.
All couples staying overnight in a hotel must have a room with double beds that are at least two feet apart. Making love in the space between the beds is strictly forbidden.
It is illegal to have sex in a churchyard.
Oral sex is considered a crime against nature.
A marriage can be declared void if either of the two persons is physically impotent.
Public use of white canes by other than blind persons prohibited.
The mere possession of a lottery ticket is illegal in North Carolina and may result in a $2,000 fine. (Repealed)
Fights between cats and dogs are prohibited. (Barber)
It is a misdemeanor to urinate or defecate publicly. (Chapel Hill)
Women must have their bodies covered by at least 16 yards of cloth at all times. (Charlotte)
It is illegal to drive cars through city cemeteries for pleasure. (Dunn)
No one may visit their departed loved ones late at night. (Dunn)
It is illegal to throw rocks at a city street. (Dunn)
No person shall spit on a city street. (Dunn)
You must stop and call City Hall before entering town in an automobile. This is so the townspeople willhave time to go out and hold their horses until you get through town. (Forest City)
Restaurants "with on sidewalk dining" must post their menu so that it is clearly readable from the sidewalk, but is not readable from the street. (Greensboro)
You may not ride a bicycle without having both your hands on the handle bars. (Kill Devil Hills)
It is required that you must pay a property tax on your dog. (Rocky Mount)
It is against the law to rollerblade on a state highway. (Southern Shores)
It is against the law for children under seven years of age to go to college. (Winston-Salem)
It is illegal to stand outside the police station for any purpose after dark. (Zebulon)
Stupid Laws from New York
A fine of $25 can be levied for flirting. This old law specifically prohibits men from turning aroundon any city street and looking "at a woman in that way." A second conviction for a crime of this magnitudecalls for the violating male to be forced to wear a "pair of horse-blinders" wherever and whenever hegoes outside for a stroll.
A license must be purchased before hanging clothes on a clothesline.
The penalty for jumping off a building is death.
While riding in an elevator, one must talk to no one, and fold his hands while looking toward the door.
Slippers are not to be worn after 10:00 P.M.
A man can't go outside while wearing a jacket and pants that do not match. (Carmel)
Women may go topless in public, providing it is not being used as a business. (New York)
You may not smoke within 100 feet of the entrance to a public building. (New York)
It is illegal for a woman to be on the street wearing "body hugging clothing." (New York)
Citizens may not greet each other by "putting one's thumb to the nose and wiggling the fingers". (New York)
It is illegal for men to go topless in the center of town. (Ocean City)
It is illegal to eat in the street in residential neighborhoods, and the only beverage you can drinkon the beach is water in a clear plastic bottle. (Ocean City)
It is illegal to disrobe in a wagon. (Sag Harbor)
If one wishes to bathe in the city limits, they must be clothed in a "suitable bathing suit". (Sag Harbor)
It is illegal for a father to call his son a "faggot" or "queer" in an effort to curb "girlie behavior."(Staten Island)
You may only water your lawn if the hose is held in your hand. (Staten Island)
A license must be purchased before hanging clothes on a clothesline.
The penalty for jumping off a building is death.
While riding in an elevator, one must talk to no one, and fold his hands while looking toward the door.
Slippers are not to be worn after 10:00 P.M.
A man can't go outside while wearing a jacket and pants that do not match. (Carmel)
Women may go topless in public, providing it is not being used as a business. (New York)
You may not smoke within 100 feet of the entrance to a public building. (New York)
It is illegal for a woman to be on the street wearing "body hugging clothing." (New York)
Citizens may not greet each other by "putting one's thumb to the nose and wiggling the fingers". (New York)
It is illegal for men to go topless in the center of town. (Ocean City)
It is illegal to eat in the street in residential neighborhoods, and the only beverage you can drinkon the beach is water in a clear plastic bottle. (Ocean City)
It is illegal to disrobe in a wagon. (Sag Harbor)
If one wishes to bathe in the city limits, they must be clothed in a "suitable bathing suit". (Sag Harbor)
It is illegal for a father to call his son a "faggot" or "queer" in an effort to curb "girlie behavior."(Staten Island)
You may only water your lawn if the hose is held in your hand. (Staten Island)
Stupid Laws from New Mexico
State officials ordered 400 words of "sexually explicit material" to be cut from Romeo and Juliet.
It's forbidden for a female to appear unshaven in public. (Carrizozo)
You may not carry a lunchbox down Main Street. (Las Cruces)
It's forbidden for a female to appear unshaven in public. (Carrizozo)
You may not carry a lunchbox down Main Street. (Las Cruces)
Stupid Laws from New Jersey
It is illegal to wear a bullet-proof vest while committing a murder.
You cannot pump your own gas. All gas stations are full service and full service only.
It is against the law for a man to knit during the fishing season.
It is against the law to "frown" at a police officer.
Car dealerships are forbidden from opening on Sunday.
You may not slurp your soup.
Automobiles are not to pass horse drawn carriages on the street.
It is illegal to delay or detain a homing pigeon.
Spray paint may not be sold without a posted sign warning juveniles of the penalty for creating graffiti.
Handcuffs may not be sold to minors.
If one is convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, he or she may never again apply for a personalized license plate.
All motorists must honk before passing another car, bicyclist, skater, and even a skateboarder.
It is illegal to frown as the town is a "Frown-Free Town Zone". (Bernards Township)
No street-side trees may be planted that "obscure the air". (Blairstown)
It is illegal to throw ashes on the sidewalk. (Blairstown)
You may not dance or wear shorts on the main avenue. (Caldwell)
Citizens are not permitted to park their own boat on their lawn. (Cranford)
All cats must wear three bells to warn birds of their whereabouts. (Cresskill)
It is forbidden for a woman, on a Sunday, to walk down Broad Street without wearing a petticoat. (Elizabeth)
Cross-dressing is illegal. (Haddon)
No one may annoy someone of the opposite sex. (Haddon)
It is illegal to offer whiskey or cigarettes to animals a the local zoo. (Manville)
It is illegal to get drunk and annoy others in your house. (Mount Laurel)
It is illegal to sell ice cream after 6pm, unless the customer has a note from his doctor. (Newark)
People may not slurp their soup. (Ocean City)
Pinball machines are not to be played on Sunday. (Ocean) (City)
Raw hamburger may not be sold. (Ocean City)
Profanity is prohibited. (Raritan)
There will be no boiling of bones on the property. (Sea Isle City)
You may not throw a bad pickle in the street. (Trenton)
Pickles are not to be consumed on Sundays. (Trenton)
You cannot pump your own gas. All gas stations are full service and full service only.
It is against the law for a man to knit during the fishing season.
It is against the law to "frown" at a police officer.
Car dealerships are forbidden from opening on Sunday.
You may not slurp your soup.
Automobiles are not to pass horse drawn carriages on the street.
It is illegal to delay or detain a homing pigeon.
Spray paint may not be sold without a posted sign warning juveniles of the penalty for creating graffiti.
Handcuffs may not be sold to minors.
If one is convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, he or she may never again apply for a personalized license plate.
All motorists must honk before passing another car, bicyclist, skater, and even a skateboarder.
It is illegal to frown as the town is a "Frown-Free Town Zone". (Bernards Township)
No street-side trees may be planted that "obscure the air". (Blairstown)
It is illegal to throw ashes on the sidewalk. (Blairstown)
You may not dance or wear shorts on the main avenue. (Caldwell)
Citizens are not permitted to park their own boat on their lawn. (Cranford)
All cats must wear three bells to warn birds of their whereabouts. (Cresskill)
It is forbidden for a woman, on a Sunday, to walk down Broad Street without wearing a petticoat. (Elizabeth)
Cross-dressing is illegal. (Haddon)
No one may annoy someone of the opposite sex. (Haddon)
It is illegal to offer whiskey or cigarettes to animals a the local zoo. (Manville)
It is illegal to get drunk and annoy others in your house. (Mount Laurel)
It is illegal to sell ice cream after 6pm, unless the customer has a note from his doctor. (Newark)
People may not slurp their soup. (Ocean City)
Pinball machines are not to be played on Sunday. (Ocean) (City)
Raw hamburger may not be sold. (Ocean City)
Profanity is prohibited. (Raritan)
There will be no boiling of bones on the property. (Sea Isle City)
You may not throw a bad pickle in the street. (Trenton)
Pickles are not to be consumed on Sundays. (Trenton)
Stupid Laws from New Hampshire
You may not tap your feet, nod your head, or in any way keep time to the musicin a tavern, restaurant, or cafe.
You cannot sell the clothes you are wearing to pay off a gambling debt.
It is considered an offense to check into a hotel under an assumed name.
Any cattle that crosses state roads must be fitted with a device to gather its feces.
It is illegal to pick seaweed up off of the beach.
You may not run machinery on Sundays.
On Sundays citizens may not relieve themselves while looking up.
If a person is caught raking the beaches, picking up litter, hauling away trash, building a bench for the park, or many other kind things without a permit, he/she may be fined $150 for ''maintaining the national forest without a permit''. (White Mountain National Forest)
You cannot sell the clothes you are wearing to pay off a gambling debt.
It is considered an offense to check into a hotel under an assumed name.
Any cattle that crosses state roads must be fitted with a device to gather its feces.
It is illegal to pick seaweed up off of the beach.
You may not run machinery on Sundays.
On Sundays citizens may not relieve themselves while looking up.
If a person is caught raking the beaches, picking up litter, hauling away trash, building a bench for the park, or many other kind things without a permit, he/she may be fined $150 for ''maintaining the national forest without a permit''. (White Mountain National Forest)
Stupid Laws from Nevada
It is illegal to drive a camel on the highway.
It's still "legal" to hang someone for shooting your dog on your property.
An ordinance makes bringing a concealable fire arm into the county illegal unless it is registered with the Las Vegas
Metropolitan Police Department. In order to register a handgun, however, it must be brought in to the police station.
Furthermore, you may not register a gun on the weekends, but the police may prosecute you at that time. (Clark County)
It's still "legal" to hang someone for shooting your dog on your property.
An ordinance makes bringing a concealable fire arm into the county illegal unless it is registered with the Las Vegas
Metropolitan Police Department. In order to register a handgun, however, it must be brought in to the police station.
Furthermore, you may not register a gun on the weekends, but the police may prosecute you at that time. (Clark County)
Stupid Laws from Nebraska
If a child burps during church, his parent may be arrested.
It is illegal to go whale fishing.
It is illegal for bar owners to sell beer unless they are simultaneously brewing a kettle of soup.
It is illegal for a mother to give her daughter a perm without a state license.
Doughnut holes may not be sold. (Lehigh)
Sneezing or burping is illegal during a church service. (Omaha)
A man is not allowed to run around with a shaved chest. (Omaha)
Barbers are forbidden from eating onions between 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. (Waterloo)
It is illegal to go whale fishing.
It is illegal for bar owners to sell beer unless they are simultaneously brewing a kettle of soup.
It is illegal for a mother to give her daughter a perm without a state license.
Doughnut holes may not be sold. (Lehigh)
Sneezing or burping is illegal during a church service. (Omaha)
A man is not allowed to run around with a shaved chest. (Omaha)
Barbers are forbidden from eating onions between 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. (Waterloo)
Stupid Laws from Montana
It is a felony for a wife to open her husband's mail.
It is a misdemeanor to show movies that depict acts of felonious crime.
In Montana, it is illegal for married women to go fishing alone on Sundays, and illegal forunmarried women to fish alone at all.
It is illegal for a man and a woman to have sex in any other position other than missionary style.
Seven or more Indians are considered a raiding or war party and it is legal to shoot them.
Persons in possession of a "pea shooter" risk it being confiscated by police. (Billings)
It is illegal to bring a bomb or rocket at city council proceedings. (Billings)
Bands who play in clubs where alcohol is served may not leave the stage while performing. (Billings)
It is illegal to use speed-dial in the city phone system. (Billings)
No person shall raise pet rats. (Billings)
Balls may not be thrown within the city limits. (Excelsior Springs)
No item may be thrown across a street. (Helena)
It is illegal to annoy passersby on sidewalks with a revolving water sprinkler. (Helena)
The game of "golf" may not be played at night. (Helena)
All pool tables must be able to be viewed from the street outside a billiard hall where they are located. (Kalispell)
Pop bottles are not to be thrown on the ground. (Salisbury)
It is illegal to operate a vehicle with ice picks attached to the wheels (Whitehall)
It is a misdemeanor to show movies that depict acts of felonious crime.
In Montana, it is illegal for married women to go fishing alone on Sundays, and illegal forunmarried women to fish alone at all.
It is illegal for a man and a woman to have sex in any other position other than missionary style.
Seven or more Indians are considered a raiding or war party and it is legal to shoot them.
Persons in possession of a "pea shooter" risk it being confiscated by police. (Billings)
It is illegal to bring a bomb or rocket at city council proceedings. (Billings)
Bands who play in clubs where alcohol is served may not leave the stage while performing. (Billings)
It is illegal to use speed-dial in the city phone system. (Billings)
No person shall raise pet rats. (Billings)
Balls may not be thrown within the city limits. (Excelsior Springs)
No item may be thrown across a street. (Helena)
It is illegal to annoy passersby on sidewalks with a revolving water sprinkler. (Helena)
The game of "golf" may not be played at night. (Helena)
All pool tables must be able to be viewed from the street outside a billiard hall where they are located. (Kalispell)
Pop bottles are not to be thrown on the ground. (Salisbury)
It is illegal to operate a vehicle with ice picks attached to the wheels (Whitehall)
Stupid Laws from Missouri
It is illegal to have oral sex.
It is not illegal to speed.
In this small town of only 4,000, yard waste may be burned any day except Sunday. (Buckner)
Hard objects may not be thrown by hand. (Excelsior Springs)
Worrying squirrels will not be tolerated. (Excelsior Springs)
Minors are allowed to buy shotguns however, they may not purchase cap pistols. (Kansas City)
Installation of bathtubs with four legs resembling animal paws is prohibited. (Kansas City)
Minors can buy rolling paper and tobacco but not lighters. (Marceline)
It is illegal for more than four unrelated persons to occupy the same dwelling (The Brothel Law).
(Marquette)
Frightening a baby is in violation of the law. (Mole)
It shall be unlawful to provide beer or other intoxicants to elephants. (Natchez)
Dancing is strictly prohibited. (Purdy)
It's illegal to sit on the curb of any city street and drink beer from a bucket. This law refers back to the extinct Italian celebration, Hill Day, when beer was served in buckets. (St. Louis)
A milk man may not run while on duty. (St. Louis)
No person may own a PVC pipe. (University City)
No person may have a "yard sale" in their front yard. In addition to this, no person shall have more than two yard sales a year. (University City)
Houses may not have lights on them that shine into the window of a neighbor's house. (University City)
It is illegal to request for someone to "watch over" your parked car. (University City)
One may not honk another's horn. (University City)
Four women may not rent an apartment together. (University City)
It is not illegal to speed.
In this small town of only 4,000, yard waste may be burned any day except Sunday. (Buckner)
Hard objects may not be thrown by hand. (Excelsior Springs)
Worrying squirrels will not be tolerated. (Excelsior Springs)
Minors are allowed to buy shotguns however, they may not purchase cap pistols. (Kansas City)
Installation of bathtubs with four legs resembling animal paws is prohibited. (Kansas City)
Minors can buy rolling paper and tobacco but not lighters. (Marceline)
It is illegal for more than four unrelated persons to occupy the same dwelling (The Brothel Law).
(Marquette)
Frightening a baby is in violation of the law. (Mole)
It shall be unlawful to provide beer or other intoxicants to elephants. (Natchez)
Dancing is strictly prohibited. (Purdy)
It's illegal to sit on the curb of any city street and drink beer from a bucket. This law refers back to the extinct Italian celebration, Hill Day, when beer was served in buckets. (St. Louis)
A milk man may not run while on duty. (St. Louis)
No person may own a PVC pipe. (University City)
No person may have a "yard sale" in their front yard. In addition to this, no person shall have more than two yard sales a year. (University City)
Houses may not have lights on them that shine into the window of a neighbor's house. (University City)
It is illegal to request for someone to "watch over" your parked car. (University City)
One may not honk another's horn. (University City)
Four women may not rent an apartment together. (University City)
Stupid Laws from Mississippi
Private citizens may personally arrest any person that disturbs a church service.
It is illegal to teach others about polygamy .
A man may not seduce a woman by lying, and claiming he will marry her.
One may be fined up to $100 for using "profane language" in public places.
Cattle rustling is punishable by hanging.
Horses are not to be housed within 50 feet of any road.
Adultery or Fornication (living together while not married or having sex with someone that is
not your spouse) results in a fine of $500 and/or 6 months in prison.
Vagrancy is punishable by either 30 days in prison or a $250 fine.
Unnatural intercourse, if both parties voluntarily participate, results in a maximum sentence of 10 years and $10,000.
It is illegal for a male to be sexually aroused in public.
If one is a parent to two illegitimate children, that person will go to jail for at least one month. If they have another illegitimate child, they will spend another three months in jail.
No one may bribe any athlete to "rig" a game, match, tournament, etc. with the exception of wrestlers.
The fine for waving a gun in public is higher than actually shooting it. (Columbus)
It is illegal to drive around the town square more than 100 times in a single session.(Oxford)
One may not spit on the sidewalks on the square. (Oxford)
Motor vehicles on the square are prohibited. (Oxford)
Horn honking is not permitted as it might scare horses. (Oxford)
Exterior burglar bars which are viewable from the street are not allowed. (Ridgeland)
It is unlawful to shave in the center of main street. (Tylertown)
The flooring of adult bookstores and video stores must be nonabsorbent and smooth textured. (Roswell)
It is illegal to teach others about polygamy .
A man may not seduce a woman by lying, and claiming he will marry her.
One may be fined up to $100 for using "profane language" in public places.
Cattle rustling is punishable by hanging.
Horses are not to be housed within 50 feet of any road.
Adultery or Fornication (living together while not married or having sex with someone that is
not your spouse) results in a fine of $500 and/or 6 months in prison.
Vagrancy is punishable by either 30 days in prison or a $250 fine.
Unnatural intercourse, if both parties voluntarily participate, results in a maximum sentence of 10 years and $10,000.
It is illegal for a male to be sexually aroused in public.
If one is a parent to two illegitimate children, that person will go to jail for at least one month. If they have another illegitimate child, they will spend another three months in jail.
No one may bribe any athlete to "rig" a game, match, tournament, etc. with the exception of wrestlers.
The fine for waving a gun in public is higher than actually shooting it. (Columbus)
It is illegal to drive around the town square more than 100 times in a single session.(Oxford)
One may not spit on the sidewalks on the square. (Oxford)
Motor vehicles on the square are prohibited. (Oxford)
Horn honking is not permitted as it might scare horses. (Oxford)
Exterior burglar bars which are viewable from the street are not allowed. (Ridgeland)
It is unlawful to shave in the center of main street. (Tylertown)
The flooring of adult bookstores and video stores must be nonabsorbent and smooth textured. (Roswell)
Stupid Laws from Minnesota
The land of 10,000 lakes declares mosquitoes a public nuisance.
It is illegal to stand around any building without a good reason to be there.
A person may not cross state lines with a duck atop his head.
It is illegal to sleep naked.
All men driving motorcycles must wear shirts.
Citizens may not enter Wisconsin with a chicken on their head.
Oral sex is prohibited. (Repealed)
All bathtubs must have feet.
Residents of even numbered addresses may not water their plants on odd-numbered days excluding the thirty first day where it applies. (Cottage Grove)
It shall be the duty of any policeman or any other officer to enforce the provisions of this Section, and if any cat is found running at large, or which is found in any street, alley or public place, it shall be the duty of any policeman or other officer of the city to kill such cat. (Hibbing)
Red cars may not drive down Lake Street. (Minneapolis)
Driving a truck with dirty tires is considered a public nuisance. (Minnetonka)
Placing tacks on a sidewalk is considered a public nuisance. (Minnetonka)
Any person who persuades another to enter a massage therapist business after 11:00 PM is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Minnetonka)
Hamburgers may not be eaten on Sundays. (St. Cloud)
You're not allowed to park your elephant on Main Street. (Virginia)
It is illegal to stand around any building without a good reason to be there.
A person may not cross state lines with a duck atop his head.
It is illegal to sleep naked.
All men driving motorcycles must wear shirts.
Citizens may not enter Wisconsin with a chicken on their head.
Oral sex is prohibited. (Repealed)
All bathtubs must have feet.
Residents of even numbered addresses may not water their plants on odd-numbered days excluding the thirty first day where it applies. (Cottage Grove)
It shall be the duty of any policeman or any other officer to enforce the provisions of this Section, and if any cat is found running at large, or which is found in any street, alley or public place, it shall be the duty of any policeman or other officer of the city to kill such cat. (Hibbing)
Red cars may not drive down Lake Street. (Minneapolis)
Driving a truck with dirty tires is considered a public nuisance. (Minnetonka)
Placing tacks on a sidewalk is considered a public nuisance. (Minnetonka)
Any person who persuades another to enter a massage therapist business after 11:00 PM is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Minnetonka)
Hamburgers may not be eaten on Sundays. (St. Cloud)
You're not allowed to park your elephant on Main Street. (Virginia)
Stupid Laws from Michigan
A woman isn't allowed to cut her own hair without her husband's permission
There is a 10 cent bounty for each rat's head brought into a town office
It is legal for a robber to file a law suit, if he or she got hurt in your house.
You may not swear in front of women and children. (Repealed)
Any person over the age of 12 may have a license for a handgun as long as he/she has not been convicted of a felony.
It is illegal to kill a dog using a decompression chamber.
There is a law that makes it legal for a farmer to sleep with his pigs, cows, horses, goats, and chickens. (Clawson)
Couples are banned from making love in an automobile unless the act takes place while the vehicle is parked on the couple's own property. (Detroit)
Willfully destroying your old radio is prohibited. (Detroit)
It is illegal for a man to scowl at his wife on Sunday. (Detroit)
It is illegal to let your pig run free in Detroit unless it has a ring in its nose. According to history
and animal husbandry, it prevents them from "rooting" in the ground for their food. (Detroit)
Security guards at Joe Louis Arena will confiscate any item they feel might be thrown onto the ice. Furthermore, any person seen throwing an octopus onto the ice at a Red Wings gamewill be taken to jail. (Detroit)
No person shall throw an abandoned hoop skirt into any street or on any sidewalk, under penalty of a five- dollar fine for each offense. (Grand Haven)
It is illegal to paint sparrows to sell them as parakeets. (Harper Woods)
It is against the law to serenade your girlfriend. (Kalamazoo)
All bathing suits must have been inspected by the head of police. (Rochester)
Anyone can keep their cow on Main Street downtown at a cost of 3 cents per day. (Wayland)
There is a 10 cent bounty for each rat's head brought into a town office
It is legal for a robber to file a law suit, if he or she got hurt in your house.
You may not swear in front of women and children. (Repealed)
Any person over the age of 12 may have a license for a handgun as long as he/she has not been convicted of a felony.
It is illegal to kill a dog using a decompression chamber.
There is a law that makes it legal for a farmer to sleep with his pigs, cows, horses, goats, and chickens. (Clawson)
Couples are banned from making love in an automobile unless the act takes place while the vehicle is parked on the couple's own property. (Detroit)
Willfully destroying your old radio is prohibited. (Detroit)
It is illegal for a man to scowl at his wife on Sunday. (Detroit)
It is illegal to let your pig run free in Detroit unless it has a ring in its nose. According to history
and animal husbandry, it prevents them from "rooting" in the ground for their food. (Detroit)
Security guards at Joe Louis Arena will confiscate any item they feel might be thrown onto the ice. Furthermore, any person seen throwing an octopus onto the ice at a Red Wings gamewill be taken to jail. (Detroit)
No person shall throw an abandoned hoop skirt into any street or on any sidewalk, under penalty of a five- dollar fine for each offense. (Grand Haven)
It is illegal to paint sparrows to sell them as parakeets. (Harper Woods)
It is against the law to serenade your girlfriend. (Kalamazoo)
All bathing suits must have been inspected by the head of police. (Rochester)
Anyone can keep their cow on Main Street downtown at a cost of 3 cents per day. (Wayland)
Stupid Laws from Massachushetts
At a wake, mourners may eat no more than three sandwiches.
Snoring is prohibited unless all bedroom windows are closed and securely locked.
An old ordinance declares goatees illegal unless you first pay a special license fee for the privilege of wearing one in public.
Taxi drivers are prohibited from making love in the front seat of their taxi during their shifts.
All men must carry a rifle to church on Sunday.
Hunting on Sundays is prohibited.
It is illegal to go to bed without first having a full bath.
A woman can not be on top in sexual activities.
No gorilla is allowed in the back seat of any car.
Tattooing and body piercing is illegal. (Repealed)
Children may smoke, but they may not purchase cigarettes.
Tomatoes may not be used in the production of clam chowder.
Quakers and witches are banned.
Bullets may not be used as currency.
Massachusetts liquor stores can only open on Sundays if they are in Berkshire, Essex, Franklin, Middlesex or Worcester counties and are within 10 miles of the Vermont or New Hampshire borders.
Alcoholic drink specials are illegal.
Public boxing matches are outlawed.
Shooting ranges may not set up targets that resemble human beings.
It is illegal to play the fiddle. (Boston)
Two people may not kiss in front of a church. (Boston)
No more than two baths may be taken within the confines of the city. (Boston)
No one may cross the Boston Common without carrying a shotgun in case of bears. (Boston)
Anyone may let their sheep and cows graze in the public gardens/commons at any time except
Sundays. (Boston)
It is illegal to eat peanuts in church. (Boston)
An old law prohibits the taking of baths on Sunday. (Boston)
Duels to the death permitted on the common on Sundays provided that the Governor is present. (Boston)
Women may not wear heels over 3 inches in length while on the common. (Boston)
No one may take a bath without a prescription. (Boston)
It is illegal for any citizen to own more than three dogs. (Boston)
It costs $50 extra for a permit for hurling, soccer or Gaelic football games in a public park on a Sunday. (Cambridge)
You may not have colored lights on your house if it can be seen from Main Street. Only white lights may be visible. (Hingham)
If you live on Main Street and want to paint your house, the colors must be approved by the historical society. (Hingham)
Though horses and cows are allowed on the common, dogs are prohibited. (Hopkinton)
It is illegal to buy, sell or possess a squirt gun. (Marlboro)
Silly string is illegal in the city limits. (Marlboro)
One may not detonate a nuclear device in the city. (Marlboro)
It is illegal for any citizen to own more than two dogs. (Marlboro)
Peeping in the windows of automobiles is forbidden. (Milford)
Sleds may not be coasted down streets. (Nahant)
It is illegal to excavate any city street. (Nahant)
All families must be given a hog from the town's mayor. (Newton)
An ordinance prohibits the use of space guns. (North Andover)
In bars, it is actually illegal to "walk around" with a beer in your hand. (Woburn)
Snoring is prohibited unless all bedroom windows are closed and securely locked.
An old ordinance declares goatees illegal unless you first pay a special license fee for the privilege of wearing one in public.
Taxi drivers are prohibited from making love in the front seat of their taxi during their shifts.
All men must carry a rifle to church on Sunday.
Hunting on Sundays is prohibited.
It is illegal to go to bed without first having a full bath.
A woman can not be on top in sexual activities.
No gorilla is allowed in the back seat of any car.
Tattooing and body piercing is illegal. (Repealed)
Children may smoke, but they may not purchase cigarettes.
Tomatoes may not be used in the production of clam chowder.
Quakers and witches are banned.
Bullets may not be used as currency.
Massachusetts liquor stores can only open on Sundays if they are in Berkshire, Essex, Franklin, Middlesex or Worcester counties and are within 10 miles of the Vermont or New Hampshire borders.
Alcoholic drink specials are illegal.
Public boxing matches are outlawed.
Shooting ranges may not set up targets that resemble human beings.
It is illegal to play the fiddle. (Boston)
Two people may not kiss in front of a church. (Boston)
No more than two baths may be taken within the confines of the city. (Boston)
No one may cross the Boston Common without carrying a shotgun in case of bears. (Boston)
Anyone may let their sheep and cows graze in the public gardens/commons at any time except
Sundays. (Boston)
It is illegal to eat peanuts in church. (Boston)
An old law prohibits the taking of baths on Sunday. (Boston)
Duels to the death permitted on the common on Sundays provided that the Governor is present. (Boston)
Women may not wear heels over 3 inches in length while on the common. (Boston)
No one may take a bath without a prescription. (Boston)
It is illegal for any citizen to own more than three dogs. (Boston)
It costs $50 extra for a permit for hurling, soccer or Gaelic football games in a public park on a Sunday. (Cambridge)
You may not have colored lights on your house if it can be seen from Main Street. Only white lights may be visible. (Hingham)
If you live on Main Street and want to paint your house, the colors must be approved by the historical society. (Hingham)
Though horses and cows are allowed on the common, dogs are prohibited. (Hopkinton)
It is illegal to buy, sell or possess a squirt gun. (Marlboro)
Silly string is illegal in the city limits. (Marlboro)
One may not detonate a nuclear device in the city. (Marlboro)
It is illegal for any citizen to own more than two dogs. (Marlboro)
Peeping in the windows of automobiles is forbidden. (Milford)
Sleds may not be coasted down streets. (Nahant)
It is illegal to excavate any city street. (Nahant)
All families must be given a hog from the town's mayor. (Newton)
An ordinance prohibits the use of space guns. (North Andover)
In bars, it is actually illegal to "walk around" with a beer in your hand. (Woburn)
Stupid Laws from Maryland
Oral sex can not be given or received anywhere.
Thistles may not grow in one's yard.
It's illegal to throw bales of hay from a second-story window within the city limits. (Baltimore)
It's illegal to take a lion to the movies. (Baltimore)
It is a park rule violation to be in a public park with a sleeveless shirt. $10 fine. This would include joggers that go shirtless. (1898) (Baltimore)
No person who is a "tramp" or "vagrant" shall loiter in any park at any time. (Baltimore)
It is a violation of city code to sell chicks or ducklings to a minor within 1 week of the Easter holiday. (Baltimore)
Though you may spit on a city roadway, spitting on city sidewalks is prohibited. (Baltimore City)
You may not curse inside the city limits. (Baltimore City)
You can not have a antenna exposed outside of your house yet you can have a 25' satellite dish. (Columbia)
Though clotheslines are banned, clothes may be draped over a fence. (Columbia)
A law from the early 1900's prohibits men from going topless on the Boardwalk. (Ocean City)
Eating while swimming in the ocean is prohibited. (Ocean City)
Thistles may not grow in one's yard.
It's illegal to throw bales of hay from a second-story window within the city limits. (Baltimore)
It's illegal to take a lion to the movies. (Baltimore)
It is a park rule violation to be in a public park with a sleeveless shirt. $10 fine. This would include joggers that go shirtless. (1898) (Baltimore)
No person who is a "tramp" or "vagrant" shall loiter in any park at any time. (Baltimore)
It is a violation of city code to sell chicks or ducklings to a minor within 1 week of the Easter holiday. (Baltimore)
Though you may spit on a city roadway, spitting on city sidewalks is prohibited. (Baltimore City)
You may not curse inside the city limits. (Baltimore City)
You can not have a antenna exposed outside of your house yet you can have a 25' satellite dish. (Columbia)
Though clotheslines are banned, clothes may be draped over a fence. (Columbia)
A law from the early 1900's prohibits men from going topless on the Boardwalk. (Ocean City)
Eating while swimming in the ocean is prohibited. (Ocean City)
Stupid Laws from Maine
Shotguns are required to be taken to church in the event of a Native American attack.
You may not step out of a plane in flight.
After January 14th you will be charged a fine for having your Christmas decorations still up.
To stroll down the street playing a violin is against the law. (Augusta)
It is illegal to gamble at the airport. (Biddeford)
No person may roller skate on a sidewalk. (Biddeford)
If any part of the sign ordinances of the city are more stringent than federal laws, even though they may be in conflict with them, they will prevail. (Ellsworth)
Shoelaces must be tied while walking down the street. (Portland)
It is illegal to park in front of Dunkin Donuts. (South Berwick)
Deer may not be fed. ( (Wells)
Advertisements may not be placed in cemeteries (Wells)
You may not step out of a plane in flight.
After January 14th you will be charged a fine for having your Christmas decorations still up.
To stroll down the street playing a violin is against the law. (Augusta)
It is illegal to gamble at the airport. (Biddeford)
No person may roller skate on a sidewalk. (Biddeford)
If any part of the sign ordinances of the city are more stringent than federal laws, even though they may be in conflict with them, they will prevail. (Ellsworth)
Shoelaces must be tied while walking down the street. (Portland)
It is illegal to park in front of Dunkin Donuts. (South Berwick)
Deer may not be fed. ( (Wells)
Advertisements may not be placed in cemeteries (Wells)
Stupid Laws from Louisiana
One may not "dare" another to go onto railroad tracks owned by another. Violation of this could result in up to six months in jail.
Stealing an alligator could land a person in jail for up to ten years.
It is illegal to steal a "movable" even if it classified as an "immovable"
Rituals that involve the ingestion of blood, urine, or fecal matter are not allowed.
One could land in jail for up to a year for making a false promise.
Every time a person is seriously burned, he must report the injury to the fire marshal.
Prisoners who hurt themselves could serve an additional two years in jail.
It is illegal to rob a bank and then shoot at the bank teller with a water pistol.
Biting someone with your natural teeth is "simple assault," while biting someone with your false teeth is "aggravated assault."
It is illegal to gargle in public places.
All garbage must be cooked before it can be fed to any hogs.(Jefferson Parish)
No one may pour a drink out on the ground at any drive-in movie.(Jefferson Parish)
Minors may not go to businesses with coin-operated foosball machines unless accompanied by an adult. Furthermore, the adult's name must be publicly displayed in the establishment. (Jefferson Parish)
You may not tie an alligator to a fire hydrant.(New Orleans)
It illegal for a woman to drive a car unless her husband is waving a flag in front of it. (New Orleans)
No person may predict another's future.(Port Allen)
Only two people may picket on a sidewalk at a time, and they must stay at least five feet apart at all times.(Port Allen)
It is illegal to be an alcoholic.(Sulphur)
Saying obscene things on the telephone is illegal.(Sulphur)
It is illegal to have sex with a cow.(Sulphur)
Drive-thru liquor stores are outlawed.(Sulphur)
Stealing an alligator could land a person in jail for up to ten years.
It is illegal to steal a "movable" even if it classified as an "immovable"
Rituals that involve the ingestion of blood, urine, or fecal matter are not allowed.
One could land in jail for up to a year for making a false promise.
Every time a person is seriously burned, he must report the injury to the fire marshal.
Prisoners who hurt themselves could serve an additional two years in jail.
It is illegal to rob a bank and then shoot at the bank teller with a water pistol.
Biting someone with your natural teeth is "simple assault," while biting someone with your false teeth is "aggravated assault."
It is illegal to gargle in public places.
All garbage must be cooked before it can be fed to any hogs.(Jefferson Parish)
No one may pour a drink out on the ground at any drive-in movie.(Jefferson Parish)
Minors may not go to businesses with coin-operated foosball machines unless accompanied by an adult. Furthermore, the adult's name must be publicly displayed in the establishment. (Jefferson Parish)
You may not tie an alligator to a fire hydrant.(New Orleans)
It illegal for a woman to drive a car unless her husband is waving a flag in front of it. (New Orleans)
No person may predict another's future.(Port Allen)
Only two people may picket on a sidewalk at a time, and they must stay at least five feet apart at all times.(Port Allen)
It is illegal to be an alcoholic.(Sulphur)
Saying obscene things on the telephone is illegal.(Sulphur)
It is illegal to have sex with a cow.(Sulphur)
Drive-thru liquor stores are outlawed.(Sulphur)
Stupid Laws from Kentucky
Throwing eggs at a public speaker could result in up to one year in prison.
One may not dye a duckling blue and offer it for sale unless more than six are for sale at once.
It is illegal to fish with a bow and arrow in Kentucky.
It's illegal to fish in the Ohio River in Kentucky without an Indiana Fishing License.
Dogs may not molest cars. (Fort Thomas)
By law, anyone who has been drinking is "sober" until he or she
"cannot hold onto the ground." (Lexington)
One may not receive anal sex. (Owensboro)
A woman may not buy a hat without her husband's permission. (Owensboro)
One may not dye a duckling blue and offer it for sale unless more than six are for sale at once.
It is illegal to fish with a bow and arrow in Kentucky.
It's illegal to fish in the Ohio River in Kentucky without an Indiana Fishing License.
Dogs may not molest cars. (Fort Thomas)
By law, anyone who has been drinking is "sober" until he or she
"cannot hold onto the ground." (Lexington)
One may not receive anal sex. (Owensboro)
A woman may not buy a hat without her husband's permission. (Owensboro)
Stupid Laws from Kansas
Rabbits may not be shot from motorboats.
No one may catch fish with his bare hands.
The state game rule prohibits the use of mules to hunt ducks.
If two trains meet on the same track, neither shall proceed until the other has passed.
Hitting a vending machine that stole your money is illegal. (Derby)
Persons may not "screech" their tires while driving. (Derby)
Riding an animal down any road is against the law. (Derby)
It is illegal to spit on a sidewalk. (Dodge City)
All places of business must provide a horse water troth (Dodge City)
All cars entering the city limits must first sound their horn to warn the horses of their arrival. (Lawrence)
No one may wear a bee in their hat. (Lawrence)
One may not picket a funeral. (Overland Park)
Musical car horns are banned. (Russell)
Any person caught using or carrying bean snappers or the like shall upon conviction, be fined. (Wichita)
No one may catch fish with his bare hands.
The state game rule prohibits the use of mules to hunt ducks.
If two trains meet on the same track, neither shall proceed until the other has passed.
Hitting a vending machine that stole your money is illegal. (Derby)
Persons may not "screech" their tires while driving. (Derby)
Riding an animal down any road is against the law. (Derby)
It is illegal to spit on a sidewalk. (Dodge City)
All places of business must provide a horse water troth (Dodge City)
All cars entering the city limits must first sound their horn to warn the horses of their arrival. (Lawrence)
No one may wear a bee in their hat. (Lawrence)
One may not picket a funeral. (Overland Park)
Musical car horns are banned. (Russell)
Any person caught using or carrying bean snappers or the like shall upon conviction, be fined. (Wichita)
Stupid Laws from Iowa
Tanning bed facilities must warn of the risk of getting a sunburn.
A board was created to regulate among other things, hearing aids. It includes two appointees by the governor who are supposed to represent the general public.
Ministers must obtain a permit to carry their liquor across state lines. (Repealed)
Doctors who treat a person with gonorrhea must report this to the local board of health and include the disease's "probable origin". (Repealed)
All boxes used to pick hops must be exactly 36 inches long. (Repealed)
It is a violation of the law to sell or distribute drugs or narcotics without having first obtained the appropriate Iowa drug tax stamp.
A man with a moustache may never kiss a woman in public.
One-armed piano players must perform for free.
Kisses may last for no more than five minutes.
Liquor stores may not place advertisements for beer outside the store. No reference is made to any other type of alcoholic beverage however. (Bettendorf)
Any hotel in the city limits must have a water bucket and a hitching post in front of the building. (Dubuque)
The fire department is required to practice fire fighting for fifteen minutes before attending a fire (Fort Madison)
The "Ice Cream Man" and his truck are banned. (Indianola)
Horses are forbidden to eat fire hydrants. (Marshalltown)
One must obtain written permission from the City Council before throwing bricks into a highway. (Mount Vernon)
No person may pick a flower from a city park. (Mount Vernon)
All softball diamond lights must be turned off by 10:30 PM. (Mount Vernon)
Within the city limits, a man may not wink at any woman he does not know. (Ottumwa)
A board was created to regulate among other things, hearing aids. It includes two appointees by the governor who are supposed to represent the general public.
Ministers must obtain a permit to carry their liquor across state lines. (Repealed)
Doctors who treat a person with gonorrhea must report this to the local board of health and include the disease's "probable origin". (Repealed)
All boxes used to pick hops must be exactly 36 inches long. (Repealed)
It is a violation of the law to sell or distribute drugs or narcotics without having first obtained the appropriate Iowa drug tax stamp.
A man with a moustache may never kiss a woman in public.
One-armed piano players must perform for free.
Kisses may last for no more than five minutes.
Liquor stores may not place advertisements for beer outside the store. No reference is made to any other type of alcoholic beverage however. (Bettendorf)
Any hotel in the city limits must have a water bucket and a hitching post in front of the building. (Dubuque)
The fire department is required to practice fire fighting for fifteen minutes before attending a fire (Fort Madison)
The "Ice Cream Man" and his truck are banned. (Indianola)
Horses are forbidden to eat fire hydrants. (Marshalltown)
One must obtain written permission from the City Council before throwing bricks into a highway. (Mount Vernon)
No person may pick a flower from a city park. (Mount Vernon)
All softball diamond lights must be turned off by 10:30 PM. (Mount Vernon)
Within the city limits, a man may not wink at any woman he does not know. (Ottumwa)
Stupid Laws from Indiana
A person must get a referral from a licensed physician if he or she wishes to see a hypnotist unless the desired procedure is to quit smoking or lose weight.
Baths may not be taken between the months of October and March.
Oral sex is illegal.
A man over the age of 18 may be arrested for statutory rape if the passenger in his car is not wearingher socks and shoes, and is under the age of 17.
It is against the law to pass a horse on the street.
It is illegal for a liquor store to sell cold soft drinks.
You can get out of paying for a dependent's medical care by praying for him/her.
One man may not back into a parking spot because it prevents police officers from seeing the license plate.
Smoking in the state legislature building is banned, except when the legislature is in session.
Check forgery can be punished with public flogging up to 100 stripes.
Pedestrians crossing the highway at night are prohibited from wearing tail lights.
Men are prohibited from standing in a bar.
You are not allowed to carry a cocktail from the bar to a table. The waiter or waitress has to do it.
Drinks on the house are illegal.
"Spiteful Gossip" and "talking behind a person's back" are illegal.
All males 18 to 50 years old must work six days a year on public roads.
Mustaches are illegal if the bearer has a tendency to habitually kiss other humans.
Hotel sheets must be exactly 99 inches long and 81 inches wide.
If any person has a puppet show, wire dancing or tumbling act in the state of Indiana and receives money for it, they will be fined $3 under the Act to Prevent Certain Immoral Practices.
Anyone 14 or older who profanely curses, damns or swears by the name of God, Jesus Christ or the Holy Ghost, shall be fined one to three dollars for each offense, with a maximum fine of ten dollars per day.
A three dollar fine per pack will be imposed on anyone playing cards in Indiana under theAct for the Prevention of Gaming.
The value of Pi is 4, and not 3.1415.
It is illegal for a man to be sexually aroused in public.
It is illegal to bike, roller-skate, skateboard, or inline skate in a commercially zoned area.For these offenses, there is a fine of no more than $5 or the impounding of one's bicycle for a periodnot to exceed 30 days.(Auburn)
It is forbidden to eat watermelon in the park.(Beech Grove)
It is illegal for barbers to threaten to cut off kid's ears. (Elkhart)
While driving on Main Street you may not have your lights on. (Evansville)
You may not sell or play on a radio broadcast, the record "It's In the Book". (Fort Wayne)
Within four hours of eating garlic, a person may not enter a movie house, theater, or ride a public streetcar. (Gary)
It is illegal to make a monkey smoke a cigarette. (South Bend)
No one may spit on the sidewalk. (Terre Haute)St
Baths may not be taken between the months of October and March.
Oral sex is illegal.
A man over the age of 18 may be arrested for statutory rape if the passenger in his car is not wearingher socks and shoes, and is under the age of 17.
It is against the law to pass a horse on the street.
It is illegal for a liquor store to sell cold soft drinks.
You can get out of paying for a dependent's medical care by praying for him/her.
One man may not back into a parking spot because it prevents police officers from seeing the license plate.
Smoking in the state legislature building is banned, except when the legislature is in session.
Check forgery can be punished with public flogging up to 100 stripes.
Pedestrians crossing the highway at night are prohibited from wearing tail lights.
Men are prohibited from standing in a bar.
You are not allowed to carry a cocktail from the bar to a table. The waiter or waitress has to do it.
Drinks on the house are illegal.
"Spiteful Gossip" and "talking behind a person's back" are illegal.
All males 18 to 50 years old must work six days a year on public roads.
Mustaches are illegal if the bearer has a tendency to habitually kiss other humans.
Hotel sheets must be exactly 99 inches long and 81 inches wide.
If any person has a puppet show, wire dancing or tumbling act in the state of Indiana and receives money for it, they will be fined $3 under the Act to Prevent Certain Immoral Practices.
Anyone 14 or older who profanely curses, damns or swears by the name of God, Jesus Christ or the Holy Ghost, shall be fined one to three dollars for each offense, with a maximum fine of ten dollars per day.
A three dollar fine per pack will be imposed on anyone playing cards in Indiana under theAct for the Prevention of Gaming.
The value of Pi is 4, and not 3.1415.
It is illegal for a man to be sexually aroused in public.
It is illegal to bike, roller-skate, skateboard, or inline skate in a commercially zoned area.For these offenses, there is a fine of no more than $5 or the impounding of one's bicycle for a periodnot to exceed 30 days.(Auburn)
It is forbidden to eat watermelon in the park.(Beech Grove)
It is illegal for barbers to threaten to cut off kid's ears. (Elkhart)
While driving on Main Street you may not have your lights on. (Evansville)
You may not sell or play on a radio broadcast, the record "It's In the Book". (Fort Wayne)
Within four hours of eating garlic, a person may not enter a movie house, theater, or ride a public streetcar. (Gary)
It is illegal to make a monkey smoke a cigarette. (South Bend)
No one may spit on the sidewalk. (Terre Haute)St
Stupid Laws from Illinois
You may be arrested for vagrancy if you do not have at least one dollar bill on your person.
You must contact the police before entering the city in an automobile.
The English language is not to be spoken.
No one may stand on the sidewalk on the 500 block of Illinois Ave. (Carbondale)
One may not pee in his neighbor's mouth. (Champaign)
Law forbids eating in a place that is on fire. (Chicago)
It is illegal to give a dog whiskey. (Chicago)
Kites may not be flown within the city limits. (Chicago)
Spitting is forbidden (Chicago)
In the Pullman area, it is illegal to drink beer out of a bucket while sitting on the curb. (Chicago)
It is legal to protest naked in front of city hall as long as you are under seventeen years of age and have legal permits. (Chicago)
Humming on public streets is prohibited on Sundays. (Cicero)
It is considered an offense to attempt to have sex with one's dog. (Crete)
Cars may not be driven through the town. (Crete)
If one wishes to plant new sod in his or her yard in the summer months, that person may not use
the city's water to water it. Additionally, the resident must obtain a permit from the city to water the lawn with outside water sources. ( Crystal Lake)
Wheelbarrows with For-Sale signs may not be chained to trees. (Des Plaines)
A man with a moustache may not kiss a woman. (Eureka)
Bowling is forbidden. (Evanston)
It is unlawful to change clothes in an automobile with the curtains drawn, except in case of fire. (Evanston)
It is unlawful for "negroes" to be within county boundaries from sundown to sunrise. (Fairfield)(Repealed)
It is illegal to expectorate from any second-story window. (Freeport)
There is a $1,000 dollar fine for beating rats with baseball bats. (Galesburg)
No person may keep a smelly dog. (Galesburg)
It is illegal to burn bird feathers. (Galesburg)
Jostling others is illegal. (Galesburg)
No bicyclist may practice "fancy riding" on any city street. (Galesburg)
It is against the law to use a slingshot unless your are a law enforcement officer. (Horner)
Town fathers, reflecting the pet peeve of hearing their town's name mispronounced 'Jolly-ETTE' when all local folk know it's pronounced 'Joe-lee-ETTE', made pronouncing it Jolly-ette a misdemeanor, punishable by a $5 fine. (Joliet)
A rooster must step back three hundred feet from any residence if he wishes to crow. Hens that wish to cackle must step two hundred feet back from any residence. (Kenilworth)
Bees are not allowed to fly over the village or through any of Kriland's streets. (Kirkland)
Ice skating at the Riverside pond during the months of June and August is prohibited. (Moline)
There is a ban on unnecessary repetitive driving on 23rd Avenue. (Moline)
It is against the law to make faces at dogs. (Normal)
No pool tables are allowed in a public establishment, because it supports gambling. (Orland
Park)
Spitting on the sidewalk is a criminal offense. (Ottowa)
Trucks may only park inside closed garages. (Park Ridge)
Basketball hoops may not be installed on a driveway. (Peoria)
It is illegal for anyone to give lighted cigars to dogs, cats, or any other domesticated animals.
(Zion)
You must contact the police before entering the city in an automobile.
The English language is not to be spoken.
No one may stand on the sidewalk on the 500 block of Illinois Ave. (Carbondale)
One may not pee in his neighbor's mouth. (Champaign)
Law forbids eating in a place that is on fire. (Chicago)
It is illegal to give a dog whiskey. (Chicago)
Kites may not be flown within the city limits. (Chicago)
Spitting is forbidden (Chicago)
In the Pullman area, it is illegal to drink beer out of a bucket while sitting on the curb. (Chicago)
It is legal to protest naked in front of city hall as long as you are under seventeen years of age and have legal permits. (Chicago)
Humming on public streets is prohibited on Sundays. (Cicero)
It is considered an offense to attempt to have sex with one's dog. (Crete)
Cars may not be driven through the town. (Crete)
If one wishes to plant new sod in his or her yard in the summer months, that person may not use
the city's water to water it. Additionally, the resident must obtain a permit from the city to water the lawn with outside water sources. ( Crystal Lake)
Wheelbarrows with For-Sale signs may not be chained to trees. (Des Plaines)
A man with a moustache may not kiss a woman. (Eureka)
Bowling is forbidden. (Evanston)
It is unlawful to change clothes in an automobile with the curtains drawn, except in case of fire. (Evanston)
It is unlawful for "negroes" to be within county boundaries from sundown to sunrise. (Fairfield)(Repealed)
It is illegal to expectorate from any second-story window. (Freeport)
There is a $1,000 dollar fine for beating rats with baseball bats. (Galesburg)
No person may keep a smelly dog. (Galesburg)
It is illegal to burn bird feathers. (Galesburg)
Jostling others is illegal. (Galesburg)
No bicyclist may practice "fancy riding" on any city street. (Galesburg)
It is against the law to use a slingshot unless your are a law enforcement officer. (Horner)
Town fathers, reflecting the pet peeve of hearing their town's name mispronounced 'Jolly-ETTE' when all local folk know it's pronounced 'Joe-lee-ETTE', made pronouncing it Jolly-ette a misdemeanor, punishable by a $5 fine. (Joliet)
A rooster must step back three hundred feet from any residence if he wishes to crow. Hens that wish to cackle must step two hundred feet back from any residence. (Kenilworth)
Bees are not allowed to fly over the village or through any of Kriland's streets. (Kirkland)
Ice skating at the Riverside pond during the months of June and August is prohibited. (Moline)
There is a ban on unnecessary repetitive driving on 23rd Avenue. (Moline)
It is against the law to make faces at dogs. (Normal)
No pool tables are allowed in a public establishment, because it supports gambling. (Orland
Park)
Spitting on the sidewalk is a criminal offense. (Ottowa)
Trucks may only park inside closed garages. (Park Ridge)
Basketball hoops may not be installed on a driveway. (Peoria)
It is illegal for anyone to give lighted cigars to dogs, cats, or any other domesticated animals.
(Zion)
Stupid Laws from Idaho
Illegal for a man to give his sweetheart a box of candy weighing less than fifty pounds.
You may not fish on a camel's back.
Riding a merry-go-round on Sundays is considered a crime.
Residents may not fish from a giraffe's back. (Boise)
If a police officer approaches a vehicle and suspects that the occupants are engaging in sex, he must either honk, or flash his lights and wait for three minutes before approaching the car. (Coeur d Alene)
A law passed in 1912 provided that "The carrying of concealed weapons is forbidden, unless some are exhibited to public view." (Pocatello)
A person may not be seen in public without a smile on their face. (Pocatello)
You may not fish on a camel's back.
Riding a merry-go-round on Sundays is considered a crime.
Residents may not fish from a giraffe's back. (Boise)
If a police officer approaches a vehicle and suspects that the occupants are engaging in sex, he must either honk, or flash his lights and wait for three minutes before approaching the car. (Coeur d Alene)
A law passed in 1912 provided that "The carrying of concealed weapons is forbidden, unless some are exhibited to public view." (Pocatello)
A person may not be seen in public without a smile on their face. (Pocatello)
Stupid Laws from Hawaii
Billboards are outlawed.
All residents may be fined as a result of not owning a boat.
Coins are not allowed to be placed in one's ears.
Within the limits of any public park, it is unlawful to annoy any bird (Honolulu)
All residents may be fined as a result of not owning a boat.
Coins are not allowed to be placed in one's ears.
Within the limits of any public park, it is unlawful to annoy any bird (Honolulu)
Stupid Laws from Georgia
It is illegal to use profanity in front of a dead body which lies in a funeral home or in a coroners office.
Signs are required to be written in English.
No one may carry an ice cream cone in their back pocket if it is Sunday.
All sex toys are banned.
All citizens must own a rake. (Acworth)
It is against the law to tie a giraffe to a telephone pole or street lamp. (Atlanta)
One man may not be on another man's back. (Atlanta)
At Nickajack Elementary School, all peanut products are banned, even peanut butter and jelly
sandwiches. (Cobb County)
Can't cut off a chicken's head on Sunday. (Columbus)
It is illegal to carry a chicken by it's feet down Broadway on Sunday. (Columbus)
All Indians must return to their shore of the Chattahoochee River by nightfall. (Columbus)
(Repealed)
One may not place a dead bird on a neighbor's lawn. (Conyers)
Rocks may not be thrown at birds. (Dublin)
A person must obtain a permit to spread rat poison. (Dublin)
Persons may not wear hoods in public. (Dublin)
It is illegal to play catch in any city street. (Dublin)
Cars may not be driven through playgrounds. (Dublin)
Chicken must be eaten with the hands. (Gainesville)
It is illegal to say "Oh, Boy." (Jonesboro)
Though it is illegal to spit from a car or bus, citizens may spit from a truck.(Marietta)
It is illegal for a chicken to cross the road. (Quitman)
Cars are not to drive on sidewalks. (Quitman)
Signs are required to be written in English.
No one may carry an ice cream cone in their back pocket if it is Sunday.
All sex toys are banned.
All citizens must own a rake. (Acworth)
It is against the law to tie a giraffe to a telephone pole or street lamp. (Atlanta)
One man may not be on another man's back. (Atlanta)
At Nickajack Elementary School, all peanut products are banned, even peanut butter and jelly
sandwiches. (Cobb County)
Can't cut off a chicken's head on Sunday. (Columbus)
It is illegal to carry a chicken by it's feet down Broadway on Sunday. (Columbus)
All Indians must return to their shore of the Chattahoochee River by nightfall. (Columbus)
(Repealed)
One may not place a dead bird on a neighbor's lawn. (Conyers)
Rocks may not be thrown at birds. (Dublin)
A person must obtain a permit to spread rat poison. (Dublin)
Persons may not wear hoods in public. (Dublin)
It is illegal to play catch in any city street. (Dublin)
Cars may not be driven through playgrounds. (Dublin)
Chicken must be eaten with the hands. (Gainesville)
It is illegal to say "Oh, Boy." (Jonesboro)
Though it is illegal to spit from a car or bus, citizens may spit from a truck.(Marietta)
It is illegal for a chicken to cross the road. (Quitman)
Cars are not to drive on sidewalks. (Quitman)
Stupid Laws from Flordia
Women may be fined for falling asleep under a hair dryer, as can the salon owner.
A special law prohibits unmarried women from parachuting on Sunday or she shall risk arrest,fine, and/or jailing.
If an elephant is left tied to a parking meter, the parking fee has to be paid just as it would for a vehicle.
It is illegal to sing in a public place while attired in a swimsuit.
Men may not be seen publicly in any kind of strapless gown.
Having sexual relations with a porcupine is illegal.
It is illegal to skateboard without a license.
When having sex, only the missionary position is legal.
You may not fart in a public place after 6 P.M. on Thursdays.
It is considered an offense to shower naked.
You are not allowed to break more than three dishes per day, or chip the edgesof more than four cups and/or saucers.
Oral sex is illegal.
You may not kiss your wife's breasts.
Penalty for horse theft is death by hanging.
One may not commit any "unnatural acts" with another person.
Unmarried couples may not commit "lewd acts" and live together in the same residence.
Corrupting the public morals is defined as a nuisance, and is declared a misdemeanor offense.
Doors of all public buildings must open outwards.
It is illegal to molest a Key deer. If caught one will be fined or will have to go to jail. (Big Pine Key)
It is against the city ordinance to hang your clothes outside on a clothesline. (Cape Coral)
It it illegal to park a pick-up truck in your driveway or in front of your house on the street. This law is limited to only those who do not own the house. (Cape Coral)
A $50 fine will be levied on anyone who allows a couch to sit in their carport. (Cape Coral City)
Maintaining a car on your property which is no longer in use is prohibited. (Daytona Beach)
Owning a flower pot with water in it that isn't capable of draining is considered a public nuisance.(Daytona Beach)
Ambling and strolling is a misdemeanor. (Hialeah)
Chickens are considered a 'protected species'.(Key West)
Neon signs are prohibited.(Naples)
Persons may not tow a sled behind their bicycles.(Palm Bay)
Citizens may not be caught downtown without at least 10 dollars on theirperson.(Pensacola)
It is illegal to roll a barrel on any street, fines go up according to the contents of the barrel. (Pensacola)
A women can be fined (only after death), for being electrocuted in a bath-tub because of usingself-beautification utensils. (Pensacola)
Stage nudity is banned, with the exception of "bona fide" theatrical performances. Violating this ordinance results in a $100 fine. (Sanford)
If you hit a pedestrian you are fined $78.00. (Sarasota)
You may not catch crabs. (Sarasota)
Beer may not be sold between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m.(Satellite Beach)
Persons may not appear in public clothed in liquid latex.(Satellite Beach)
All houses much have white picket fences and full-width, two-story porches. (Seaside)
Women may not expose their breasts while performing "topless dancing". (Tampa)
Lap dances must be given at least six feet away from a patron. (Tampa)
A special law prohibits unmarried women from parachuting on Sunday or she shall risk arrest,fine, and/or jailing.
If an elephant is left tied to a parking meter, the parking fee has to be paid just as it would for a vehicle.
It is illegal to sing in a public place while attired in a swimsuit.
Men may not be seen publicly in any kind of strapless gown.
Having sexual relations with a porcupine is illegal.
It is illegal to skateboard without a license.
When having sex, only the missionary position is legal.
You may not fart in a public place after 6 P.M. on Thursdays.
It is considered an offense to shower naked.
You are not allowed to break more than three dishes per day, or chip the edgesof more than four cups and/or saucers.
Oral sex is illegal.
You may not kiss your wife's breasts.
Penalty for horse theft is death by hanging.
One may not commit any "unnatural acts" with another person.
Unmarried couples may not commit "lewd acts" and live together in the same residence.
Corrupting the public morals is defined as a nuisance, and is declared a misdemeanor offense.
Doors of all public buildings must open outwards.
It is illegal to molest a Key deer. If caught one will be fined or will have to go to jail. (Big Pine Key)
It is against the city ordinance to hang your clothes outside on a clothesline. (Cape Coral)
It it illegal to park a pick-up truck in your driveway or in front of your house on the street. This law is limited to only those who do not own the house. (Cape Coral)
A $50 fine will be levied on anyone who allows a couch to sit in their carport. (Cape Coral City)
Maintaining a car on your property which is no longer in use is prohibited. (Daytona Beach)
Owning a flower pot with water in it that isn't capable of draining is considered a public nuisance.(Daytona Beach)
Ambling and strolling is a misdemeanor. (Hialeah)
Chickens are considered a 'protected species'.(Key West)
Neon signs are prohibited.(Naples)
Persons may not tow a sled behind their bicycles.(Palm Bay)
Citizens may not be caught downtown without at least 10 dollars on theirperson.(Pensacola)
It is illegal to roll a barrel on any street, fines go up according to the contents of the barrel. (Pensacola)
A women can be fined (only after death), for being electrocuted in a bath-tub because of usingself-beautification utensils. (Pensacola)
Stage nudity is banned, with the exception of "bona fide" theatrical performances. Violating this ordinance results in a $100 fine. (Sanford)
If you hit a pedestrian you are fined $78.00. (Sarasota)
You may not catch crabs. (Sarasota)
Beer may not be sold between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m.(Satellite Beach)
Persons may not appear in public clothed in liquid latex.(Satellite Beach)
All houses much have white picket fences and full-width, two-story porches. (Seaside)
Women may not expose their breasts while performing "topless dancing". (Tampa)
Lap dances must be given at least six feet away from a patron. (Tampa)
Stupid Laws from Delaware
It is illegal to fly over any body of water, unless one is carrying sufficient supplies of food and drink.
R rated movies shall not be shown at drive-in theaters.
It is illegal to wear pants that are "firm fitting" around the waist. (Lewes)
Getting married on a dare is grounds for an annulment. (Lewes)
No person shall change clothes in his or her vehicle. (Rehoboth Beach)
On Halloween, children may only "trick-or-treat" from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and if Halloween falls on a Sunday, they must "trick-or-treat" on October 30 during this same time interval. (Rehoboth Beach)
One may not whisper in church. (Rehoboth Beach)
No person shall pretend to sleep on a bench on the boardwalk. (Rehoboth Beach)
Changing into or out of a bathing suit in a public restroom is prohibited. (Rehoboth Beach)
Six-year-old girls may not run around without being fully clothed. (Rehoboth Beach)
Alcohol may not be served in nightclubs where dancing is occurring on the premises at the same time. (Rehoboth Beach)
All persons must carry a bag with them at all times when they walk their dog in case said dog "poops",or risk a $100 fine. (South Bethany)
R rated movies shall not be shown at drive-in theaters.
It is illegal to wear pants that are "firm fitting" around the waist. (Lewes)
Getting married on a dare is grounds for an annulment. (Lewes)
No person shall change clothes in his or her vehicle. (Rehoboth Beach)
On Halloween, children may only "trick-or-treat" from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and if Halloween falls on a Sunday, they must "trick-or-treat" on October 30 during this same time interval. (Rehoboth Beach)
One may not whisper in church. (Rehoboth Beach)
No person shall pretend to sleep on a bench on the boardwalk. (Rehoboth Beach)
Changing into or out of a bathing suit in a public restroom is prohibited. (Rehoboth Beach)
Six-year-old girls may not run around without being fully clothed. (Rehoboth Beach)
Alcohol may not be served in nightclubs where dancing is occurring on the premises at the same time. (Rehoboth Beach)
All persons must carry a bag with them at all times when they walk their dog in case said dog "poops",or risk a $100 fine. (South Bethany)
Stupid Laws from Connecticut
You can be stopped by the police for biking over 65 miles per hour.
In order for a pickle to officially be considered a pickle, it must bounce.
It is illegal to dispose of used razor blades.
Town records may not be kept where liquor is sold.
It is unlawful to walk backwards after sunset. (Devon)
Only white Christmas lights are allowed for display. (Guilford)
You aren't allowed to cross a street while walking on your hands (Hartford)
You may not educate dogs. (Hartford)
It is illegal for a man to kiss his wife on Sunday. (Hartford)
It is illegal for fire trucks to exceed 25mph, even when going to a fire. (New Britain)
An arcade may not have more than a total of four amusement devices such as ping-pong tables, pinball machines, or shuffleboard tables. (Rocky Hill)
Silly string is banned. (Southington)
It is illegal for any beautician to hum, whistle, or sing while working on a customer. (Waterbury)
In order for a pickle to officially be considered a pickle, it must bounce.
It is illegal to dispose of used razor blades.
Town records may not be kept where liquor is sold.
It is unlawful to walk backwards after sunset. (Devon)
Only white Christmas lights are allowed for display. (Guilford)
You aren't allowed to cross a street while walking on your hands (Hartford)
You may not educate dogs. (Hartford)
It is illegal for a man to kiss his wife on Sunday. (Hartford)
It is illegal for fire trucks to exceed 25mph, even when going to a fire. (New Britain)
An arcade may not have more than a total of four amusement devices such as ping-pong tables, pinball machines, or shuffleboard tables. (Rocky Hill)
Silly string is banned. (Southington)
It is illegal for any beautician to hum, whistle, or sing while working on a customer. (Waterbury)
Stupid Laws from Colorado
One may not mutilate a rock in a state park.
Car dealers may not show cars on a Sunday.
It is illegal for liquor stores to sell food or grocery stores to sell any alcohol except beer that is at most 3.2% alcohol.
No liquor may be sold on Sundays or election days.
It is illegal to ride a horse while under the influence.
Tags may be ripped off of pillows and mattresses.
Throwing missiles at cars is illegal. (Alamosa)
Keeping a house where unmarried persons are allowed to have sex is prohibited. (Alamosa)
To own a dog over three months of age, one must obtain a license. (Alamosa)
Persons may not urinate in public. (Alamosa)
Establishments which sell alcohol must have enough lighting to read text inside them. (Arvada)
It is permissible to wear a holstered six-gun within city limits, except on Sunday, Election Day, or holidays. (Colorado Springs)
It is illegal to bring your horse or pack mule above the ground floor of any building. (Cripple Creek)
The dog catcher must notify dogs of impounding by posting, for three consecutive days, a notice on a tree in the city park and along a public road running through said park. (Denver)
It is unlawful to lend your vacuum cleaner to your next-door neighbor. (Denver)
You may not drive a black car on Sundays. (Denver)
It is illegal to mistreat rats in Denver, Colorado. (Denver)
It is illegal to go in public dressed in clothes "unbecoming" on one's sex. (Durango)
It is illegal for a man to kiss a woman while she is asleep. (Logan County)
Residents may not own chickens, but may own up to three turkeys. (Louisville)
It is illegal to let a dandelion grow within the city limits. (Pueblo)
Car dealers may not show cars on a Sunday.
It is illegal for liquor stores to sell food or grocery stores to sell any alcohol except beer that is at most 3.2% alcohol.
No liquor may be sold on Sundays or election days.
It is illegal to ride a horse while under the influence.
Tags may be ripped off of pillows and mattresses.
Throwing missiles at cars is illegal. (Alamosa)
Keeping a house where unmarried persons are allowed to have sex is prohibited. (Alamosa)
To own a dog over three months of age, one must obtain a license. (Alamosa)
Persons may not urinate in public. (Alamosa)
Establishments which sell alcohol must have enough lighting to read text inside them. (Arvada)
It is permissible to wear a holstered six-gun within city limits, except on Sunday, Election Day, or holidays. (Colorado Springs)
It is illegal to bring your horse or pack mule above the ground floor of any building. (Cripple Creek)
The dog catcher must notify dogs of impounding by posting, for three consecutive days, a notice on a tree in the city park and along a public road running through said park. (Denver)
It is unlawful to lend your vacuum cleaner to your next-door neighbor. (Denver)
You may not drive a black car on Sundays. (Denver)
It is illegal to mistreat rats in Denver, Colorado. (Denver)
It is illegal to go in public dressed in clothes "unbecoming" on one's sex. (Durango)
It is illegal for a man to kiss a woman while she is asleep. (Logan County)
Residents may not own chickens, but may own up to three turkeys. (Louisville)
It is illegal to let a dandelion grow within the city limits. (Pueblo)
Stupid Laws from California
Sunshine is guaranteed to the masses.
Animals are banned from mating publicly within 1,500 feet of a tavern, school, or place of worship.
Bathhouses are against the law.
Women may not drive in a house coat.
No vehicle without a driver may exceed 60 miles per hour.
You cannot leave your car on the street overnight without the proper permit. (Alhambra)
Peacocks have the right of way to cross any street, including driveways. (Arcadia)
Nobody is allowed to ride a bicycle in a swimming pool. (Baldwin Park)
City Council order reads: "No dog shall be in a public place without its master on a leash." (Belvedere)
You are not permitted to wear cowboy boots unless you already own at least two cows. (Blythe)
It is illegal to spit, except on baseball diamonds. (Burlingame)
Ice cream may not be eaten while standing on the sidewalk. (Carmel)
Women may not wear high heels while in the city limits. (Carmel)
It is prohibited to sleep in a parked vehicle. (Cathedral City)
Persons may not ride their bicycles through the "Fountain of Life". (Cathedral City)
All dog "waste" must be removed from any yard within seven days. (Cerritos)
It is illegal to own a green or smelly animal hide. (Chico)
Bowling on the sidewalk is illegal. (Chico)
Driving a herd of cattle down a street is against the law. (Chico)
It is illegal to plant a garden in any public street. (Chico)
Detonating a nuclear device within the city limits results in a $500 fine. (Chico)
One may not use one's own restroom if the window is open. (Dana Point)
It is illegal to wash your car in the street. (Downey)
Public restrooms must be supplied with toilet paper. (Hermosa Beach)
No person may show his or her buttocks on a playground. (Hermosa Beach)
It is illegal to pour salt on a highway. (Hermosa Beach)
It is illegal to drive more than two thousand sheep down Hollywood Boulevard at one time. (Hollywood)
It is illegal for a trumpet player to play his instrument with the intention of luring someone to a store. (Indian Wells)
Drinking intoxicating cement is prohibited. (Indian Wells)
Foretelling the future for donations is illegal. (Indian Wells)
Crushing rocks in the city limits is forbidden. (Indian Wells)
You are forbidden to spit on the ground within 5 feet of another person. (Lafayette)
It is illegal to shoot "silly string" at parade participants. (Lodi)
It is illegal to posses, own or raise roosters. This is considered disturbing the peace. (Lompoc)
Cars are the only item allowed in a garage. (Long Beach)
It is illegal to curse on a mini-golf course. (Long Beach)
It is illegal for a man to beat his wife with a strap wider than 2 inches without her consent. (Los Angeles)
You cannot bathe two babies in the same tub at the same time. (Los Angeles)
You may not hunt moths under a street light. (Los Angeles)
It is illegal to cry on the witness stand. (Los Angeles)
Toads may not be licked. (Los Angeles)
It is a crime for dogs to mate within 500 yards of a church. Breaking this law is punishable by a fine of $500 and/or six months in prison. (Los Angeles)
Zoot suits are prohibited. (Los Angeles)
Vehicles may not contain sound systems which allow someone to hear noise outside the vehicle. However, this does not apply to a vehicle attempting to sell something. (Norco)
It is unlawful to give another fireworks. (Norco)
All persons wishing to keep a rhinoceros as a pet must obtain a $100 license first. (Norco)
Growing oleander flowers is illegal. (Norco)
Roosters may not crow in the city limits. (Ontario)
It is illegal to molest butterflies. (Pacific Grove)
It is illegal to walk a camel down Palm Canyon Drive between the hours of four and six PM. (Palm Springs)
It is illegal for a secretary to be alone in a room with her boss. (Pasadena)
Two bathtubs may not be installed in the same house. (Prunedale)
Motor vehicles may not drive on city streets unless a man with a lantern is walking ahead of it.
(Redlands)
One may not carry a lunch down the street between 11 and 1 o'clock. ( Riverside)
It is illegal to shoot jackrabbits from the back of a streetcar. (San Diego)
The owners of houses with Christmas lights on them past February second may be fined up to $250. (San Diego)
Prohibits elephants from strolling down Market Street unless they are on a leash. (San Francisco)
It is illegal to wipe one's car with used underwear. (San Francisco)
Persons classified as "ugly" may not walk down any street. (San Francisco)
It is illegal to pile horse manure more than six feet high on a street corner. (San Francisco)
Giving or receiving oral sex is prohibited. (San Francisco)
It is illegal to have more than two cats or dogs. (San Jose)
You may not play percussion instruments on the beach. (Santa Monica)
One may not raffle off a dog as a gift in any public place. (Shasta Lake)
Ducks have the right of way to cross Rancho California St. at all times. (Temecula)
Kites may not be flown above 10 feet over the ground. (Walnut)
Children may not wear a Halloween mask unless they get a special permit from the sheriff. (Walnut)
Males may not dress as a female unless a special permit is obtained from the sheriff. (Walnut)
One may not leave sand in their own driveway. (Walnut)
Animals are banned from mating publicly within 1,500 feet of a tavern, school, or place of worship.
Bathhouses are against the law.
Women may not drive in a house coat.
No vehicle without a driver may exceed 60 miles per hour.
You cannot leave your car on the street overnight without the proper permit. (Alhambra)
Peacocks have the right of way to cross any street, including driveways. (Arcadia)
Nobody is allowed to ride a bicycle in a swimming pool. (Baldwin Park)
City Council order reads: "No dog shall be in a public place without its master on a leash." (Belvedere)
You are not permitted to wear cowboy boots unless you already own at least two cows. (Blythe)
It is illegal to spit, except on baseball diamonds. (Burlingame)
Ice cream may not be eaten while standing on the sidewalk. (Carmel)
Women may not wear high heels while in the city limits. (Carmel)
It is prohibited to sleep in a parked vehicle. (Cathedral City)
Persons may not ride their bicycles through the "Fountain of Life". (Cathedral City)
All dog "waste" must be removed from any yard within seven days. (Cerritos)
It is illegal to own a green or smelly animal hide. (Chico)
Bowling on the sidewalk is illegal. (Chico)
Driving a herd of cattle down a street is against the law. (Chico)
It is illegal to plant a garden in any public street. (Chico)
Detonating a nuclear device within the city limits results in a $500 fine. (Chico)
One may not use one's own restroom if the window is open. (Dana Point)
It is illegal to wash your car in the street. (Downey)
Public restrooms must be supplied with toilet paper. (Hermosa Beach)
No person may show his or her buttocks on a playground. (Hermosa Beach)
It is illegal to pour salt on a highway. (Hermosa Beach)
It is illegal to drive more than two thousand sheep down Hollywood Boulevard at one time. (Hollywood)
It is illegal for a trumpet player to play his instrument with the intention of luring someone to a store. (Indian Wells)
Drinking intoxicating cement is prohibited. (Indian Wells)
Foretelling the future for donations is illegal. (Indian Wells)
Crushing rocks in the city limits is forbidden. (Indian Wells)
You are forbidden to spit on the ground within 5 feet of another person. (Lafayette)
It is illegal to shoot "silly string" at parade participants. (Lodi)
It is illegal to posses, own or raise roosters. This is considered disturbing the peace. (Lompoc)
Cars are the only item allowed in a garage. (Long Beach)
It is illegal to curse on a mini-golf course. (Long Beach)
It is illegal for a man to beat his wife with a strap wider than 2 inches without her consent. (Los Angeles)
You cannot bathe two babies in the same tub at the same time. (Los Angeles)
You may not hunt moths under a street light. (Los Angeles)
It is illegal to cry on the witness stand. (Los Angeles)
Toads may not be licked. (Los Angeles)
It is a crime for dogs to mate within 500 yards of a church. Breaking this law is punishable by a fine of $500 and/or six months in prison. (Los Angeles)
Zoot suits are prohibited. (Los Angeles)
Vehicles may not contain sound systems which allow someone to hear noise outside the vehicle. However, this does not apply to a vehicle attempting to sell something. (Norco)
It is unlawful to give another fireworks. (Norco)
All persons wishing to keep a rhinoceros as a pet must obtain a $100 license first. (Norco)
Growing oleander flowers is illegal. (Norco)
Roosters may not crow in the city limits. (Ontario)
It is illegal to molest butterflies. (Pacific Grove)
It is illegal to walk a camel down Palm Canyon Drive between the hours of four and six PM. (Palm Springs)
It is illegal for a secretary to be alone in a room with her boss. (Pasadena)
Two bathtubs may not be installed in the same house. (Prunedale)
Motor vehicles may not drive on city streets unless a man with a lantern is walking ahead of it.
(Redlands)
One may not carry a lunch down the street between 11 and 1 o'clock. ( Riverside)
It is illegal to shoot jackrabbits from the back of a streetcar. (San Diego)
The owners of houses with Christmas lights on them past February second may be fined up to $250. (San Diego)
Prohibits elephants from strolling down Market Street unless they are on a leash. (San Francisco)
It is illegal to wipe one's car with used underwear. (San Francisco)
Persons classified as "ugly" may not walk down any street. (San Francisco)
It is illegal to pile horse manure more than six feet high on a street corner. (San Francisco)
Giving or receiving oral sex is prohibited. (San Francisco)
It is illegal to have more than two cats or dogs. (San Jose)
You may not play percussion instruments on the beach. (Santa Monica)
One may not raffle off a dog as a gift in any public place. (Shasta Lake)
Ducks have the right of way to cross Rancho California St. at all times. (Temecula)
Kites may not be flown above 10 feet over the ground. (Walnut)
Children may not wear a Halloween mask unless they get a special permit from the sheriff. (Walnut)
Males may not dress as a female unless a special permit is obtained from the sheriff. (Walnut)
One may not leave sand in their own driveway. (Walnut)
Stupid Laws from Arkansas
The Arkansas legislature passed a law that states that the Arkansas River can rise no higher than to the Main Street bridge in Little Rock.
At Arkansas State University two people cannot hold hands while standing in a doorway unless they belong to a union.
It is illegal to kill "any living creature". (Fayetteville)
Dogs may not bark after 6 PM (Little Rock)
Flirtation between men and women on the streets of Little Rock may result in a 30-day jail term (Little Rock)
It is unlawful to walk one's cow down Main Street after 1:00 PM on Sunday. (Little Rock)
At Arkansas State University two people cannot hold hands while standing in a doorway unless they belong to a union.
It is illegal to kill "any living creature". (Fayetteville)
Dogs may not bark after 6 PM (Little Rock)
Flirtation between men and women on the streets of Little Rock may result in a 30-day jail term (Little Rock)
It is unlawful to walk one's cow down Main Street after 1:00 PM on Sunday. (Little Rock)
Stupid Laws from Arizona
Any misdemeanor committed while wearing a red mask is considered a felony.
There is a possible 25 years in prison for cutting down a cactus.
Donkeys cannot sleep in bathtubs.
A class 2 misdemeanor occurs if one places a mark upon a flagwhich is "likely to provoke physical retaliation"
When being attacked by a criminal or burglar, you may only protect yourself with the same weapon that the other person possesses.
It is unlawful to refuse a person a glass of water.
You may not have more than two dildos in a house.(Glendale)
Cars may not be driven in reverse.
Cards may not be played in the street with a Native American.(Globe)
If you bother the cottontails or bullfrogs, you will be fined. (Hayden)
No more than six girls may live in any house. (Repealed) (Maricopa County)
It is illegal to smoke cigarettes within 15 feet of a public place unless you have a Class 12 liqueur license. (Mesa)
A decree declares that anyone caught stealing soap must wash himself with it until it is all used up.(Mohave County)
An ordinance prohibits the wearing of suspenders. (Nogales)
No one is permitted to ride their horse up the stairs of the county court house.(Prescott)
One must be 18 years old to buy spray paint.(Tempe)
It is illegal for men and women over the age of 18 to have less than one missing tooth visible when smiling.(Tombstone)
Women may not wear pants.( Tucson)
There is a possible 25 years in prison for cutting down a cactus.
Donkeys cannot sleep in bathtubs.
A class 2 misdemeanor occurs if one places a mark upon a flagwhich is "likely to provoke physical retaliation"
When being attacked by a criminal or burglar, you may only protect yourself with the same weapon that the other person possesses.
It is unlawful to refuse a person a glass of water.
You may not have more than two dildos in a house.(Glendale)
Cars may not be driven in reverse.
Cards may not be played in the street with a Native American.(Globe)
If you bother the cottontails or bullfrogs, you will be fined. (Hayden)
No more than six girls may live in any house. (Repealed) (Maricopa County)
It is illegal to smoke cigarettes within 15 feet of a public place unless you have a Class 12 liqueur license. (Mesa)
A decree declares that anyone caught stealing soap must wash himself with it until it is all used up.(Mohave County)
An ordinance prohibits the wearing of suspenders. (Nogales)
No one is permitted to ride their horse up the stairs of the county court house.(Prescott)
One must be 18 years old to buy spray paint.(Tempe)
It is illegal for men and women over the age of 18 to have less than one missing tooth visible when smiling.(Tombstone)
Women may not wear pants.( Tucson)
Stupid Laws from Alaska
Moose may not be viewed from an airplane.
Waking a sleeping bear for the purpose of taking a photograph is prohibited.
It is considered an offense to push a live moose out of a moving airplane.
It is considered an offense to feed alcoholic beverages to a moose.(Fairbanks)
A person may only carry a concealed slingshot if that person has received the appropriate license.(Haines)
Employers of bars may not let their bartenders serve while they are drunk themselves.
Persons may not allow "attractive nuisances" to exist.(Soldotna)
Waking a sleeping bear for the purpose of taking a photograph is prohibited.
It is considered an offense to push a live moose out of a moving airplane.
It is considered an offense to feed alcoholic beverages to a moose.(Fairbanks)
A person may only carry a concealed slingshot if that person has received the appropriate license.(Haines)
Employers of bars may not let their bartenders serve while they are drunk themselves.
Persons may not allow "attractive nuisances" to exist.(Soldotna)
Stupid Laws in Alabama
It is illegal for a driver to be blindfolded while operating a vehicle.
Dominoes may not be played on Sunday.
Putting salt on a railroad track may be punishable by death.
Boogers may not be flicked into the wind.
It is legal to drive the wrong way down a one-way street if you have a lantern attached to the front of your automobile.
You may not have an ice cream cone in your back pocket at any time.
Men may not spit in front of the opposite sex.
Women are able to retain all property they owned prior to marriage in the case of divorce.
However, this provision does not apply to men.
Children of incestuous couples are deemed legitimate.
Interracial couples may not marry. (Repealed)
No billiard hall may operate a trap-door to a place where persons gather for "immoral purposes".
No persons may sell "blow-out nuts".
It is illegal to stake a horse on a highway.
Hunting is not allowed on Sunday.
Sex toys are banned throughout the state.
You may not wear blue jeans down Noble Street. (Anniston)
If an animal control officer is in uniform, it signifies to the public that he is an animal control officer. (Huntsville)
It is illegal for a husband to beat his wife with a stick larger than the diameter of his thumb. (Jasper) (Also known as the rule of thumb)
It is illegal to sell peanuts in Lee County after sundown on Wednesday. (Lee County)
It is illegal to howl at ladies within the city limits. (Mobile)
It is unlawful to wear women's pumps with sharp, high heels. (Mobile)
It is considered an offense to open an umbrella on a street, for fear of spooking horses. (Montgomery) (Repealed)
Dominoes may not be played on Sunday.
Putting salt on a railroad track may be punishable by death.
Boogers may not be flicked into the wind.
It is legal to drive the wrong way down a one-way street if you have a lantern attached to the front of your automobile.
You may not have an ice cream cone in your back pocket at any time.
Men may not spit in front of the opposite sex.
Women are able to retain all property they owned prior to marriage in the case of divorce.
However, this provision does not apply to men.
Children of incestuous couples are deemed legitimate.
Interracial couples may not marry. (Repealed)
No billiard hall may operate a trap-door to a place where persons gather for "immoral purposes".
No persons may sell "blow-out nuts".
It is illegal to stake a horse on a highway.
Hunting is not allowed on Sunday.
Sex toys are banned throughout the state.
You may not wear blue jeans down Noble Street. (Anniston)
If an animal control officer is in uniform, it signifies to the public that he is an animal control officer. (Huntsville)
It is illegal for a husband to beat his wife with a stick larger than the diameter of his thumb. (Jasper) (Also known as the rule of thumb)
It is illegal to sell peanuts in Lee County after sundown on Wednesday. (Lee County)
It is illegal to howl at ladies within the city limits. (Mobile)
It is unlawful to wear women's pumps with sharp, high heels. (Mobile)
It is considered an offense to open an umbrella on a street, for fear of spooking horses. (Montgomery) (Repealed)
What Happens When You Google
Stephanie Spinella scrapes ice off her car as her son, Logan, watches in Louisville, Ky., Monday, Jan. 26, 2003.
Wow I was just looking up my name, well googling it and came across this. I spent well over a half of an hour trying to get this ice off. A man stopped me and told me he was from the paper and wanted to take my picture. He did and it was in the paper the next day. I pounded so hard on the ice that I broke my brush.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Footprints in the Sand
One night I had a dream--I dreamed I was walking along the beach with the Lord and across the sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene I noticed two sets of footprints, one belonged to me and the other to the Lord. When the last scene of my life flashed before me,I looked back at the footprints in the sand.I noticed that many times along the path of my life,there was only one set of footprints.I also noticed that it happened at the very lowestand saddest times in my life. This really bothered me and I questioned the Lord about it. "Lord, you said that once I decided to follow you,you would walk with me all the way,but I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my lifethere is only one set of footprints. "I don't understand why in times when I needed you most,you should leave me." The Lord replied, "My precious, precious child,I love you and I would never, never leave youduring your times of trial and suffering. "When you saw only one set of footprints,it was then that I carried you."...Mary Stevenson
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