Rules are necessary to maintain order and civil interactions. They are the guidelines to follow when the inner compass is conflicted or you’re simply unsure of how to behave. And even though most of the rules for public places have become commonsensical, once every blue moon, you may face something completely unexpected. A restriction that’s so oddly specific, you can’t help but wonder what happened here to have led to such a rule.
Bizarre public place regulations are a more common phenomenon than you might think. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to the best of them. For instance, a request asking people to yell out not a squirrel when returning books or a ban on playing volleyball at a certain time, in a certain direction. We have put some of the most interesting examples shared by the ‘Oddly Specific Rules’ community members onto this list for you today. Scroll down to find the peculiar rules and enjoy.
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It Started Off So Polite
Poor Keith
...again?
What Happened?!
This Question From My Job Application Still Confuses Me I Have No Idea How To Respond
This Is A Big Problem In My Hometown
This Sign Posted At A Tatoo Artist’s Shop
Gotta Feel Bad For Those Sandwich Artists
Classic Zoo Behavior
Don't Tell Me How To Live Dangerously
I'm Sorry, What Now?
It’s The Raccoon Choice, Not Yours
If There’s A Sign, There’s A Story
Do You Think Screaming Is Allowed Though?
These Instructions Before The Exam
The Fact That This Had To Be Put Up
No Cussing Please
Don't Act Cool
I Wonder How Many Babies Got Hit Before They Put This Up
Probably stems from that short video of someone throwing a cheese slice onto a crying baby’s head, causing them to stop crying in surprise. Probably worked for a few seconds, but definitely not a viable long-term solution.
Normal Weapons Are Fine Though. Just No Nuclear
Found In A Band Room
I Always Say "The Horn Of Gondor" Louder Than Necessary
Celine..... Denied!!
Aw Dang, Now I Have To Find Another Gas Station
Spotted At A Local Ice Cream Store
The best I can do for you is Bob’s Wallaby Hut about a mile down the road
Where'd Y'all Go
None
Sat Test Registration Requires You To Upload A Photo Of Yourself. Apparently More Than One Person Has Uploaded A Photo Of Their Dog
But what if you're a really smart dog? So smart you're taking the SATs? Blatant discrimination!
How Often Does This Happen?
Peter Pan Is Banned
Found In A Japanese Ancient House During The Visit
No Poop In The Shower
If you've every stayed in a hostel or camp ground, you understand.
I Like To Imagine This Was One Singular, Significant Incident For Someone
Better Have Your Poop Knife Handy
Don't Hold Your Breath
As a kid I used to float in the water face down and see how long I could hold my breath. It took a while for me to realise why it was freaking the adults out.
Weirdest Sticker On This Cafe's Coffee Grinder
Throwing Confetti Is A No-Go
I Guess The "Rule" Version Is Do Not Attempt To Bounce The Lip Gloss, It Will Shatter
This Sign In An Open Field Near The Golden Gate Bridge
You Could Get Double-Towed
Do Not Smell The Flavor
But... Why
Absolutely No Trumpets
Guess I’m Not The Only Patient Who Suffers From Sticky Fingers
They must have had an old friend of mine as a patient. She used to empty everything in the room into her purse. She took one of those very bright hot lights used for gynecological exams and accidentally burned down her house!! Karma?
Ummmm Ok Then
This Toilet Is Special
At Least The Spelling Is Flawless
Hands Only
Some A**hole Probably Blasted An Attendent
From A Local Ketchup Packaging
No Title Needed
Sober People Stay Away
Buying Bread? You Need Real Dough
Please Do Cocaine In The Bathroom
Gets Better If You Know Thai
Dont Be A S*itter
I recon it’s that one person who announces when they’re going to poo in the chat
This Really Specific Sign
Yes Sir
Well, There Goes My Weekend
I'd Love To See The Reason Behind This One
Well, Ok Then
Found In Chicago School Of Art Institute Dorms
Brrrr
Wonder What Happened Here
What on earth are you talking about? Did you post this on the wrong article?
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