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In Italy, a saying goes, “The world is beautiful because it’s full of variety,” even when that variety is just… plain weird.

Specifically, laws can be downright crazy. They’re meant to be a set of rules we all agree on because they just make sense, but sometimes things clearly get out of control. And we’re not just talking about weird laws in the US, despite them making up the majority of our list.

You’ll soon realize that making random things illegal is a worldwide habit. Like, who came up with a law forbidding people to ride a cow while drunk in Scotland? Or who’s that party pooper who made playing dominoes in Sevilla illegal? And these are just the tip of the “funny laws” iceberg you’re gonna uncover today.

We’re about to take a look at some of the weirdest laws from around the world that were actually passed by lawmakers. A lot of them are just plain funny, but others are so strange that we can’t even imagine how they came about.

And while some of these laws may have been long forgotten over time, they still stand as a testament to the fact that weirdness is alive and well in the world’s legal system — and that sometimes, it’s not even close to being dead.

#1

Woman With Dog at the Middle of the Street You must walk your dog daily in Rome.

nbcnews.com Report

LoneTomato
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's actually a good law though!

Orange Is Aging
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My dog literally hates walks, and she’s certainly far to old to go on them every day!

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RoanTheMad
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Should be a law everywhere, I see so many people get these little "lap dogs" thinking they don't need a lot of excersise THEY DO. YOU SHOULD. WALK. YOUR. DOG. and whilst you're at it, it should be law to pick up after said dog, too.

Lucas
Community Member
3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my country it is and some still don't. As a dog owner who always picks up I got so irritated as we all get tarred with the same brush as 'irresponsible owners'. I'm just as likely to step in it by mistake as the next person😡👣

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Robert T
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's taking it a bit far. I mean Rome is 1,350 miles away!

Freddy M. (He/Him)
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It feels like anything else should be considered animal abuse, unless you have a large backyard they have free access to

Lucas
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even then the same area is boring for a dog - they like to explore places other dogs visit, read the pee-mail and have a good sniff.

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TotallyNOTaFox
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We have a similiar law here in Germany

Talitha Jansen
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My neighbors have two big dogs and they only get walked in the evening if the owners feel like it. They're young dogs and because they're in the garden all the time (it's not normal here to have outside dogs) they bark the entire time because they're so frustrated. It's so sad.

Demianh21
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dogs must be walked more than once a day. It's important for their physical antenatal health (they also need a social life)

Marlowe Fitzpatrik
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes! Especially since they often don't exercise themselves if you only have a big yard they can go to. Most dogs prefer to stay with their humans, so if you just open the door, they go out, do their Business, and come back. And the owner think that doggo doesn't need or want to walk, which makes the dog untrained, hardly muscled and has their toenails grow lo g. Which in turn makes it uncomfortable to walk if they ever so get out, further confirming the wrong belief that doggy doesn't want to

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Mario Strada
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really? I lived in Rome. We had lots of pets, German Shepherds and Dachshunds (odd combo, I know). We had a large yard (lived a bit outside the city) so probably it wouldn’t have applied to us, but I have never heard of this. Maybe it's new?

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    #2

    It's illegal to ride a cow while drunk in Scotland.

    scottishfield.co.uk Report

    User# 6
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are drunk cows a common problem in Scotland?

    Lucas
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aye, the beasts love a wee dram... or 10.

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    EvilNob
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm now really interested in the story behind it.

    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should be illegal to ride many things while drunk in Scotland, the walk of shame home the next day is never worth it.

    Johnny Black
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who's drunk, the rider or the cow?

    Juliette Deroulede
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anybody ever see that Andy Griffith episode where Otis gets drunk and rides a cow down mainstreet??

    ChocolateCake
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what happened when this law had to be created???

    BeardedVulture
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait. Does the cow have to sober, or do I?

    SydneyP
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well there go my plans for my next vacation. Thanks BP!

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    #3

    Woman celebrating birthday with confetti In Samoa, it’s illegal to forget your wife’s birthday.

    samoaobserver.ws Report

    Duesvolent90
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder what the penalty is hmm.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As always, the wife decides. Oh, you mean the legal one?

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    SydneyP
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a female and a lesbian however I gotta ask..what about the husband? It's totally cool to forget his?! Doesn't seem fair to me lol js

    EvilNob
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    😹 It's probably to save the husbands.

    Tony James
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's illegal everywhere else too, but the courts in most places decided to let the wronged party enforce and levy punishment, since according to the chief justice, "the stuff these people come up with we couldn't do, since most of it comes under the heading of 'cruel & unusual'. And honey, I'm sorry I forgot. I promise I won't do it again."

    Danish Dynomummy
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Umm can we please adopt this in Denmark

    Olelady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's crazy about that??

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    #4

    It's illegal to reincarnate without permission in China.

    hrw.org Report

    Kylie Mountain
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    Premium
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a tactic to prevent the Tibetans from finding the new Dalai Lama. When the current one dies, the Chinese authorities will of course give 'permission' to someone under their complete control.

    Wood Carver
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The panchen lama has already been disappeared and replaced. One more to go then they will have total control of that religion.... sad really 😞 edited for spelling

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    Miriam L
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds hilarious, is actually a way to try and restrict and control Buddhists and Tibet as a whole. The link below the text offers a clear explanation

    ANA
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read somewhere that had something to do with the Dalai Lama thing. Basically, the old Dalai Lama chooses the new one, preferably when that person is a child. He is presented with different candidates that have "the gift" and he can feel who the new one is where the spirit of Budha is reincarnated,,,,or something. The chinese didn't want to have any correlation with that as they can't control the figure of Dalai Lama and didn't want it to inspire people so the forbade anyone to declare themselves the new Dalai Lama. It's about control as it happens in dictatures.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, they tried the death penalty, but .., you know.

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    Slim Bluesbender
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the duck floats, the accused is a which!

    liam newton-harding
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is to try and control the influence of the Dali Llama.

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another example of China trolling the Dalai Lama

    Argen ._.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's only in Tibet not the other regions in China

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    #5

    Canadian radio stations must play Canadian artists' music as a certain percentage of the total playtime.

    crtc.gc.ca Report

    Jacob Frank
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a bit misleading. Canadian radio stations must play Canadian artists' music as a certain percentage of the total play time. I don't know the current percentage but without this rule, Canadian airwaves would be overrun with US music and those great artists that Powerful Katrinka mentioned probably would never have become known.

    Csilla Kaszas
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it has it's purpose - how is it misleading though?

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    S Mi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's about a third every hour, all day. And 'Canadian Music' is a pretty complex determination in some cases. We have plenty of musicians with international success and even more with Canadian success that many of you all rarely get to hear.

    Wilf
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same with French radio.

    Jef Bateman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know France has the "Toubon Law," which requires 40% air time in the French language, but I didn't know they had a law about the country of origin of that music. Do you know the name of the law? PS - The Toubon Law is strict as it excludes songs that are mostly in French with a little English thrown in. I think that's one of the reasons why German music often features several English words, while French music rarely does. The other reason is cultural.

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    Connie Bonneville
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hence... Nickleback. Every hour. Makes my ears bleed.

    BadCat
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's 2 or 3 songs by a Canadian artist every hour. Whether the Canadian artist makes their music in Canada and lives in Canada is iffy. But we do notice there's always the same damn songs that are replayed all the time. Not that they were all bad, though.

    BeardedVulture
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, CRTC rules. They’re….complicated. “Artist “ includes things like, producers, writers etc. It’s more about including Canadian content. Again, very convoluted.

    ShaZam Beaubien
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doesn't that eliminate most music?

    Powerful Katrinka
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ummm.... Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, K.D. Lang, Alanis Morissett, Leonard Cohen, Gordon Lightfoot, Robbie Robertson... are just a few famoumusicians from Canada.

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    Andy Saputo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember having Canadian consultants visit my office once (in Illinois) and when they connected to our wifi and fired up their streaming app, they exclaimed how much more music variety became available. This was about 8 years ago though so it may be different now.

    Ashley Conover
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They can play others. A certain percentage has to come from Canadian artists.

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    #6

    Person walking multiple dogs You must walk your dog 3 times daily in Turin, Italy.

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    A Jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds nice, especially for folks who enjoy walking. :)

    Robert T
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well at least that's a bit nearer, but it's still 975 miles. Some of these laws are going to be a bit of a bind to obey.

    Lucas
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let us know how it goes... I'm just going to take the risk and break the law.

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    Con O Cuinn
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A bit much, especially in summer. My dog gets morning and evening walks. If I took her out a third time in summer, she'd most likely get heatstroke

    Ren Karlej
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's too enforce the opportunity for a dog to go outside to do its business. City life is typically small or no garden. These don't have to be long walks, although one walk at least should be a longer one to give the dog more exercise and a chance to have a good sniff - for most dogs a good walk is roughly 30% sniffing.

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    Sabienn
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It doesn't have to be at least half an hour every time, just at least enough so the dog can do it's business. For a lot of dogs, two ten minute walks and one walk that's at least half an hour is just fine

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    Nicole Holt
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds great for people who don't have to go to work outside their home :)

    Valter
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not true. I live in Turin and have had a dog for 20 y. Never heard of that.

    I'm Kid A
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, legit question though... what if your dog can't go out for walks three times a day? 2 lb Chihuahua with fatigue? No bueno. Elderly bulldog? Nuh-uh. Rottweiler with mobility issues? That's a no. Some dogs (and people!) just aren't up to three outings interspersed in their day, especially as they grow older... although, I have a feeling this one has more to do with intent than strict adherence, so props to them for the sentiment.

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    #7

    It's illegal to handle salmon suspiciously in the U.K.

    en.wikipedia.org Report

    JMil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But that's the only way I handle my salmon!

    Henry Russell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that guys handling salmon but he is handling the salmn suspiciously lets arrest him

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    Benita Valdez
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What exactly is suspicious salmon handling? Asking for a friend

    Steve Johnston
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is Section 32 of the Salmon Act 1986. It is an offence to have a salmon in your possession, if you have reasonable grounds to suspect it was caught illegally.

    Remi (He/Him)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's the sus way to handle salmon? Hanging a bunch of fillets inside a trench coat and approaching innocent bystanders saying "Pst, check out these primo cuts, now only (something) apiece"

    Manomnomnom
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *slips whole salmon inside trench coat while wearing a bowler hat and comically large sunglasses*

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    Jerry T
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder if this has anything to do with that Led Zeppelin thing?

    Lizard Queen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At first instead of suspiciously I read especially Lmao.

    Olelady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a heavy burden of proof..

    Toy Slaughter
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't even wanna know what occurred that led them to this decision

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    #8

    It's illegal to eat cats and dogs in South Australia.

    kb.rspca.org.au Report

    ShaZam Beaubien
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But it's fine in Northern Australia?

    Apatheist 62
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    South Australia is the name of a state. The one to the north of it is called Northern Territories.

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    Telepathetic
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Australia they'll eat you first--like every other Critter

    Kaleb Prichard (MiraiKuma)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can eat cats or dogs, you just can't eat both. Pick one!

    DaisyGirl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perhaps you mean SOUTH Australia??? Which is a State.

    Your Average Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like this is the only necessary law on this list.

    Timbob
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about cats and Salamanders?

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the same time or separately?

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    #9

    baby sleeping in bed It's illegal naming your baby something weird in Denmark.

    worldatlas.com Report

    Nathaniel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SumFing Wheeard is the name I shall give my first born.

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for looking out for the kiddos Denmark 👍

    Reinaldo Fuentes
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I approve of this. Sincerely, USB-C "Cordie" Smith

    Danish Dynomummy
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have a list of approved names. If the name you want is not on that list, you have to apply to get that name.

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    Bah Humbug
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fine, I'll name him Little Puffy Donut instead then.

    Stannous Flouride
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a board that must approve because it's considered abuse to saddle a child with a name they might be teased about later. *looking at you Elon*

    Zachary Gillette
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish we has this. No more Abcde babies.

    Just Jeff
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read yesterday they have a pre-approved list

    BoredPip
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's also a list in Poland

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    #10

    Making international calls is a crime in North Korea.

    globalcallforwarding.com Report

    Robert Trebor
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From the nighttime aerial photos, owning a light bulb seems to be a crime.

    Nonna_SoF
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, no. You can have a light bulb. It's using electricity that's the crime.

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    Just Jeff
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    [everything] is a crime in North Korea

    alias D.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ha ha yeah that’s not surprising

    Raven
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should probably be counting what IS legal, seeming the restrictions there

    Stannous Flouride
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure thinking about making them is illegal too.

    Cezicezi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We all will save time if you tell me what is NOT illegal in North Korea !

    Sam Lin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Watching South Korean TV shows is a crime in North Korea.🤣

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    #11

    Girl sitting on the beach with flip-flops No driving while wearing flip-flops in Spain.

    spanishnewstoday.com Report

    Marcelo Origoni
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not crazy, it's common sense. Flip flop may bend and get under your pedals

    Bored Batgirl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've driven in flip flops for years and never had an issue

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    Mary Kelly
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    actually a sensible none...ran into another car n a drive thru b/c flip flop got stuck on the accelarator

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here in Canada it's "shoeless".

    Edurne
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm Spanish and I can confirm, but I can also explain why : flip flops are dangerous while driving because they could slip away from the foot and end up under the pedals, causing crashes

    Olelady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually makes sense, but what if you wear them on your ears, is that OK?

    SAF saf
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I Do believe illegal here in California. It's actually kinda dangerous, i've almost crashed once cause of this.

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    #12

    If a child burps during a church service, his or her parents may be arrested in Nebraska.

    criminaldefensetucson.com Report

    der sebbl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure that's some old law noone cares about anymore

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    Bubbles and sparks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's one way to keep parents at home ;)

    Lorrie Rothstein
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How can you stop a baby from burping?

    Tamra
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Burps offend Jesus?

    enohPilivE
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Burps are a sign of Satan's presence in the child LULZ

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    B Jones
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A good reason not to go to church

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's hard to keep in, even for an adult, so imagine a child.

    SydneyP
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be staring at my kids the entire service dating them lol. No soda before church service either!

    SydneyP
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DARING not dating wth my phone tries to sabotage me

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    bruh JJ’s
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love how the laws from other countries are reasonable and actually helpful while we’re here in the US trying to make more stupid punitive laws. Hey, baby….stop acting like a baby! SMH

    Atreïdes
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This law is probably super old and forgotten

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    Robert Trebor
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does the burp have to be in Nebraska, or is an Iowa burp actionable in Nebraska?

    LilliVB
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just don't go to church. But then priests and pastors shouldn't complain if the attendance is getting lower and lower.

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    #13

    man and woman kissing on wedding day In Kentucky... a woman cannot marry the same man four times.

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    alias D.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How would … never mind

    SydneyP
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually this is either not true or is no longer acknowledged because I'm from Kentucky (I do wear shoes and no I'm not dating my relative..I don't think..) and I know a lady who ironically enough works at our local Walmart lol and she married same guy SIX times. I can't wrap my head around it either. I think after a couple of tries ya gotta give up eventually. (Upvote for most redneck comment here lmao)

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe the law is there because of them!

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    Agent 8433599
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Kentucky, and I've never heard of this

    Mario Strada
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like there is a story behind this one.

    BeardedVulture
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *banjo music plays quietly in the background-*

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is definitely a story behind this law

    Louloubelle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm thinking there's a story behind all these laws, and I'd love to hear them.

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    Olelady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because neither one is of sound mind.

    Olelady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because neither one is of sound mind!

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    #14

    It’s against the law to have a sleeping donkey in your bathtub after 7 pm in Arizona, USA.

    phoenixarizonacriminallawyer.com Report

    JMil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why I only let my donkey use the bathtub during his siesta.

    Colleen Hennessy
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here is the origin to that law: "In 1924 a merchant near Kingman used to allow his donkey to sleep in an old bathtub. The town was flooded when a local dam broke and the donkey, still in the tub, was washed a mile down the valley with the rising waters before he finally landed in a basin. The donkey survived the trip, but locals spent a lot of time, manpower and, as you can imagine, money to rescue the animal. A law banning donkeys in bathtubs was passed shortly thereafter. Similar laws exist in South Carolina and New York, but for different reasons, we’re sure." Source: http://www.phoenixarizonacriminallawyer.com/criminal-attorney/arizona-criminal-law/the-stories-behind-arizonas-weirdest-laws/

    Philly Bob Squires
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gives new meaning to getting your a$$ out of the tub...

    Bron G
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I only let me donkey in the shower

    Leoninus Fate
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THE REASON FOR THE LAW: donkeys cannot sleep in bathtubs, Arizona, USA This crazy law was brought into effect due to a public menace case in 1924. A merchant near Kingman used to allow his donkey to sleep in an old bathtub. The town was flooded when a local dam broke and the donkey, still in the tub, was washed a mile down the valley with the rising waters before he finally landed in a basin. The donkey survived the trip, but locals spent a lot of time, manpower, and, as you can imagine, money to rescue the animal. A law banning donkeys in bathtubs was passed shortly thereafter. Similar laws exist in South Carolina and New York, but for different reasons, we’re sure.

    Leoninus Fate
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had an old uncle on my {adopted} moms side, he was one of the family cowboys {one of the few that actually had a ranch, the others traveled}, he got arrested for this once and we have it somewhere of him and that donkey, he had an old bathing tub that was outside and that donkey liked to curl up in it... well when someone came to check out {i think bobcat sightings?} they saw old Hubert sleeping and well at least it was only a fine then, I only got to see Hubert once before he passed away later that year, like 25 years ago

    Adam Lutes
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if I'm sleeping in there with him? Is that ok?

    hcaballero57
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just out of curiosity, do you normally sleep with him?

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    Alexandria Z
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anything about my camel in the dishwasher ?

    hcaballero57
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes unfortunately camels can no longer spit shine dishes

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    MellonCollie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think someone needs to tell Puscifer about this, I'm sure they'd made a lovely song out of it!

    Olelady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's just plain dumb. Just wake it up before the cops get there. Or put a shower cap on it and tell them Maw-maw's passed out again.

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    #15

    In Baltimore, Maryland, it’s illegal to bring a lion to the movies.

    theactivetimes.com Report

    Nathaniel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That makes it sound like it is perfectly legal everywhere else.

    Catman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ferb, I know what we're going to do today!

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    HarryPotter=LIFE
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Simba I know it's your premire but I can't take you. Blame the law system buddy.

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its on the books for a reason....

    Your Average Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Waaaait... so I can do that in my hometown?!

    Anonymouse
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I live in Rockville so I'm safe *whew*

    Michael H
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Usher: "Sir, you can't bring your lion into the theater to watch Pee-wee's Big Adventure with you" Someone's weird uncle: "Show me the law that says I can't." "......" "......" "....get Congress on the phone."

    Shayne Randlett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Got to be a pain in the a*s if you live there, having to leave town every time you and your lion want to see a flick. And you know the lion ain't chipping in for gas, either...

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    #16

    Person taking photo of family dinner on smartphone You can't turn off your phone's camera sound in South Korea.

    thegolfnewsnet.com Report

    Nathaniel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good. Makes taking pervy photo's harder to get away with.

    Abigale McClure
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, that's the point. Same thing in Japan. They have a bit of a hard time with perverts.

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    Hey!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do all phone cameras have sound? I didn't even know that was possible.

    Me
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they are talking about the shutter click

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    Nazda Pokmov
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So North Korea can monitor you......

    MagNat
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Uh, but what if just the overall phone sound is off?

    APFLAC
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Still makes sounds. All phones sold in Korea are like this even when you take that phone to other countries the sound cannot be turned off

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    Just Jeff
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought this was standard globally

    Jef Bateman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It seems that taking pictures at your kid's piano recital is going to be annoying.

    Squirrelly Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No more annoying than old school 35mm cameras. At least on my android phone the camera shutter sound is similar to that.

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    #17

    In New Jersey... bullet-proof vests are banned while committing a crime.

    law.justia.com Report

    Am a hooman
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omigosh. Bc whoevers commiting the crime will for sure listen to the laws…

    BlackestDawn
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is purely done so they can "pad" the list of crimes, nothing else.

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    enohPilivE
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The reason for the law is to impose a stiffer sentence. A bulletproof vest is a clear indicator of the perpetrator having knowledge and understanding (forebearance) that the crime he will commit is likely to result in lethal violence and that he had the desire to survive said crime. Well he can survive it a few more years in prison.

    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really similar to why robbery and ARMED robbery have different sentences.

    Mario Strada
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bob, you hold up the cashier, Jeff, put your gun on the director, Tom, you carry the duffle bags, but take that flack jacket off, you don't want to get arrested, do you?

    Louloubelle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a ridiculous statement. No one is named Bob, Jeff or Tom anymore. Sheesh.🤣

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    Do-nut touch da donut
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But committing a crime is good as long as u have no vest

    Me
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Laws like this can be additional charges making the penalty more severe and can be used in negotiations with a suspect's defense team.

    Nazda Pokmov
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell that to the laughing hysterically criminals

    BasedWang12.3
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    pretty sure this is the law in other states as well even though, like people said.... Im sure those committing crimes are really gonna abide by the law

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    #18

    One person tickling legs of another person It is against the law to tickle women in Virginia.

    montagnalaw.com Report

    Raven Null
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what if its all in the bedroom and consensual

    Juliette Deroulede
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gonna move to Virginia and laugh at my siblings... "Can't get me now!"

    SydneyP
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I went to Virginia Beach about 15 years ago and was tickled by a few people there so apparently I'm owed some sort of compensation?

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There has to be a story behind this.

    A Jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's true. It’s also illegal to mislabel ham as "Smithfield" will get ya' cuffed. Ham is sacred to Virginians.

    Solidhog
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Read that too quickly and read Virginia as something else. Strangely, it still made sense!

    El Dee
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe her Virginia isn't ticklish tho?

    Olelady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well yeah...peeing your pants could be embarrassing. It can happen!

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    #19

    No driving with a child on the hood of your car, Oregon.

    oregon.gov Report

    Nathaniel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about a child on the roof of your car?

    Bron G
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how many people had to do this for this law to pass

    BeardedVulture
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Minimum two, they’re like llamas, they get lonely when flying solo.

    Anonymous
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's called a trunk here. I'm a native Oregonian

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    Catrovert
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm from Oregon and this is true, it is a weird but AWESOME state. (Not sponsored by the Oregon tourism board but that would be cool tho)

    SydneyP
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again my plans completely ruined!

    Ian Lamb
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How old do they have to be before I can put them on the hood?

    JMil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sensible.

    hcaballero57
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So you're saying in Texas it's perfectly fine then?

    Sarah Stalder
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As someone living just across the Columbia River from Oregon and working in Oregon, this isn't surprising.

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    #20

    It is illegal to bite off another person’s leg in Rhode Island.

    law.justia.com Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There goes my weekend plans

    Enigma wrapped in a paradox
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stop and actually think about this one. You can't bite a leg off in one go. You'd have to sit there and chew through it. The person couldn't possibly be alive or in any condition to stop you if you tried. How would you even get through the bone? If you use any kind of tool then you're not biting it off. WTF actually happened in order for this to even be considered as a law?

    Olelady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a misprint. They should have said it is illegal to bite off a person's other leg.

    Cé Vi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even if it depends on the circumstances?

    Tracey Budine
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Under what circumstance did this become in question?

    jon gilbertson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    well i say. i say, look here son. bitin legs aint no joke.

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    #21

    Golden yellow UFO in the sky Flying a UFO over Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France is illegal.

    connexionfrance.com Report

    Adam Belaire
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, it's an "Unidentified Flying Object" so if you acquired or built something that wasn't considered a flying object it'd fall under the rule. Flying BBQ for example.

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    TheDivineMsM
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are they going to arrest the aliens????

    Remi (He/Him)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guess you just have to park your UFO little further afield

    Grammarly
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anything can be a UFO if you don't know what it is

    Robert T
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only a very small UFO then. The bottles really aren't that big.

    Just Jeff
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good to know. We're flying tonight, just not in France I guess. Thanks!

    Francine Govan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    UFO energy will adversely impact the grapes and ruin our wine!

    Your Average Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excuse me Mr. Alien, but you have illegally made first contact.

    Henry Russell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    um excuse me alien yah get down here right now you can not drive a ufo here so be undetified other palces okay

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    #22

    According to a law in Scotland, you must allow someone into your house if he knocks on your door and needs to use the bathroom.

    scottishbusinessnews.net Report

    Noah Lamens
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, I knocked on a house asking to use the bathroom, is it really this bad?

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    Lauren S
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    BPs from Scotland, have you really ever let strangers in your house for this reason? Or is this like the law where you can’t carry an ice cream cone in your back pocket? (I forget which US state).

    Arwen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, I did! A guy who had come to visit our neighbours - they weren’t home so he knocked on our door. I was a teenage girl in the house alone and he was a big guy in biker gear, so it was very ill-advised, I’m sure, but he did just use the bathroom and leave.

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    Bubbles and sparks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If someone comes knocking and I don't know them, no way I'm home at that moment... you just never know who'll enter your house. Lots of seniors got mugged by letting strangers in the house "to pee"...

    Minath
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in England and have both knocked on a random house to ask if I could use their loo and let a stranger use mine.

    Dave Reekie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its an urban myth. the Scottish Law Commission (whose job is to review old laws) confirmed some years ago that no such law has ever been made

    SydneyP
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I be like dude on Friday.."do you have to do number 1 or number 2?"

    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Scotland and never knew this law. Arrest me but you ain't using my toilet. I think there's a law where if someone knocks on your door for a glass of water you have to give them that.

    Robert T
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This sounds suspiciously like the one about policemen having to give pregnant women their helmet to use if they need the bathroom and there isn't one available. i.e. false.

    Dave Reekie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry, thats never been aa law. However if you want a true one, its illegal to grow certain plants (dangerous weeds act). The plants on the list are poisonous to humans but thats not why they are on the list - it was to prevent grazing horses eating them by mistake

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    #23

    Couple watching Netflix on Tv Sharing your Netflix password is an offense in Tennessee, U.S.A.

    wikipedia.org Report

    Nathaniel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone from Tennessee want to share their password? Just to see if SWAT invade your house.

    TheDivineMsM
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Tennessee... who wants my password???

    Ron S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, deep state conspiracy minded infringement to like infringe on my non-infringable right to steal Netfix.

    Taylor Rogers
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm from Tennessee and this is the stupidest law that I've ever heard of. 😂😂😂 Anyone from anywhere else want to share their password with me? Lmfao!

    Jennifer L. Davis
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in TN and have never heard of this. Netflix does have it as part of their contract though.

    GirlFriday
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't everything an offense in Tennessee? It is one of those red states.

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    #24

    In Ohio... it's illegal to sell dyed chickens.

    parmaheights-oh.elaws.us Report

    Staysafewarmdry
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Ohio it's against the law to kill a housefly within 160 feet of a church without a license. In Cleveland: It's illegal to catch mice without a hunting license. In Marion: You cannot eat a doughnut and walk backwards on a city street.

    Kylie Mountain
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dyed chickens is because people would buy them as an Easter novelty, and then abandon the chicks when the holiday was over and they got bored.

    Dawn Snook
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have seen dyed baby chick's for sale for Easter. I hope this law was passed because of that!

    Illustrious G
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think that’s exactly it. It is luckily banned in many places now.

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    Nenya
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Kentucky it is illegal to sell *a* dyed chicken - however it is legal to sell six of them..

    Robert T
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But it's okay to sell them alived.

    enohPilivE
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bunch of city slickers. Chickens are like cats - there are different varieties, some worth more than others when trading / buying / selling. You can dye the feathers of a chicken to make it look like another type to dishonestly fetch a higher price. Sheeshhhh

    Bron G
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't you love buying dyed chickens for your nieces

    Helen O.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guess anything can happen in Ohio...

    pringle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There goes my side hustle smh

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    #25

    Couple holding hands outside Students may not hold hands while at school in Tennessee.

    archive.thinkprogress.org Report

    best turtle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    those cringy couples are finally put to a halt

    Agent 8433599
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I move to Tennessee next year, I'm TOTALLY testing this, LOL

    AustrianGirl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about people with special needs?

    Atreïdes
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    STUDENTS may not hold hands, not teachers with students.

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    Alexandria Z
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So those teachers that told us to hold your partners hand while exiting for a fire drill were wrong huh ?

    Argen ._.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That law actually makes sense if you ask me.

    Taylor Rogers
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But...couples in high school used to do it all the time. What the f**k? 😂😂😂

    Heidi Bean
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless they're cousins! HAHAHA

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    #26

    Men cannot wear strapless gowns in Florida.

    tsminteractive.com Report

    Lord Rimuru
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm going to do that to see if its actually enforced

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep us updated AND post a picture!

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    ace lesbian demigirl(she/they)
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they said *strapless* which means a man can still wear a dress with straps/sleeves

    JMil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Of all places...

    SydneyP
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know some queens who are about to be in trouble

    Panda in the Fake South
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another Florida one is you can only throw liquid water and chicken feathers from a moving vehicle. That's what a driving instructor told me a long time ago.

    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see this law changing soon.

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    #27

    Woman adjusting her high heels It's illegal to wear high heels to the Acropolis.

    npr.org Report

    Lou
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You would break a leg if you wore high heels to the Acropolis.

    LilliVB
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Above all you are going to ruin the Acropolis with some stilettos.

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    Francine Govan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why on earth would you want to????

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people can run in those things.

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    George Foxworth
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not strange. High Heels hit the surface with tremendous force. Over the years, they would have done significant damage.

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It should be illegal to wear high heels to a night club in a Las Vegas casino. Because has anyone ever seen the amount of women walking around Sunday morning with broken or spained ankles in Vegas, its an eye opener.

    Stannous Flouride
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would damage the marble. It looks hard but it isn't.

    Seth
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never wear heels on a hike

    jon gilbertson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why is it still there? it's over 3000 years old. you can't put in a hotel with a Starbucks? damned waste of real estate

    Timbob
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True! My friend James was arrested!

    TotallyNOTaFox
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The famous big, ancient building in Athen with the many columns

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    #28

    Nordic bars need a license to allow dancing on their premises.

    muurileht.ee Report

    Christine Jemison
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was sort of a law here in New York, You couldn't dance in a bar unless they had a Cabaret license.

    Stannous Flouride
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In many US cities bars need a "Cabaret License" to allow dancing. It's an outdated law (probably from the days of prohibition) that's used by alcoholic beverage commissions and cops to harass bars they don't like. Some even have a limit on the number of dancers allowed.

    KENOBI
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What I’m confused how would they check that

    Karin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The license is given to public establishments by the police. The license intends to keep police informed on potential large gatherings of people, so they have an overview of happenings in town. At least in Sweden I have never heard about any controversy or someone being filed for breaking this law. Politicians have also aimed at abolishing the law, since it's not much use. I guess the police have control over these types of gatherings in other ways nowadays.

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    SAF saf
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think NY has that to. I've actually been to bars where the bouncer actually enforced this lol it was kinda weird.

    Barbara Cochrane
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Chicago. Probably you have to prove your dance floor is strong enough. Lot of night club fires, collapsing stairways, etc. Building codes so people don't die.

    Merry Nordeen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You need a permit and insurance in Massachusetts because dancers can injure themselves especially if they've been drinking.

    Mario Strada
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually, I have heard similar laws before. You need a permit to allow dancing in many places.

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    #29

    Two men running shirtless on the beach It's illegal to be shirtless in Barcelona.

    catalannews.com Report

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about naked from the waist down?

    best turtle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    did the lawmakers get jealous of the dudes with abs?

    Peter Krois
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unfortunately there are so many hairy beer bellies everywhere, I don't mean sixpacs

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    Poly Amorous
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except on the beach where any and all clothes are optional

    Ayomi Di
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We need this law for places other than beaches and pools here in Bali. Too many topless gym freak foreigners.

    Timbob
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know. They arrested my niece.

    OmBoyGanesh
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In public or public places? Barceloneta is a public beach in Barcelona and I’ve seen people with shirts off. I’ve seen people with shirts off in fountains in the city.

    Orbitale
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    should be illegal everywhere ... except at home or when swimming of course

    Al Connor
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wait that not true, there are lots of naked beaches in Barcelona, never seen so many w*****s in my life!! (poor scared lesbian here)

    OhBlahDi OhBlahDa
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw a nude dude in Barcelona. Seems that's how he had chosen to enjoy his lunch break, on the public beach/promenade. Perhaps it doesn't count as "shirtless" if you're fully naked?

    The Mom
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That! Should be everywhere.

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    #30

    It's illegal to disrupt a wedding in South Australia.

    news.com.au Report

    Jessica Wood
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's like 90% of all romcoms.

    ace lesbian demigirl(she/they)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    seems reasonable unless something very serious/urgent happens

    DaisyGirl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually it is only illegal in the State of South Australia.and falls the Summary Offences Act of 1953.

    Alexandria Z
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What happens if the minister asks "if anyone objects to this union...."?

    Robert T
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suspect that this is allowed, as the full version is "if anyone knows of any lawful impediment", rather than just objecting, but the thought crossed my mind too.

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    Amber The bear
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah well there goes my plans for today 😔

    Timbob
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, they skip the part about anyone knowing a reason for the couple not marrying ?

    #31

    You cannot die without a pre-purchased burial plot in part of France.

    en.wikipedia.org Report

    best turtle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so do they just toss you in a random hole if you dont have one?

    alias D.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Burial space in Europe is very very limited so they’ll probably just cremate you

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    Jynxiecat
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I kinda wanna die in France now....just cuz I'm a rebel.

    Xenon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about cremations with intent to scatter ashes?

    prettygirl25
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Q.will you go to jail if you don't?lol

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    #32

    It is illegal under the terms of the Prohibition and Inspections to cause a nuclear explosion, U.K.

    en.wikipedia.org Report

    T5n
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ll have to remove that from the todo list for when I visit the UK.

    Just Jeff
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Congrats you just added yourself to a list. They will be visiting you shortly

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    Thalia 13
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pft there go my plans for tonight

    der sebbl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's also illegal in Germany

    bottomless.abyss.of.bordem
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just think how many nuclear explosions this law has stopped!

    #33

    Registering as married at a hotel makes it so in North Carolina.

    law.justia.com Report

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a cheap way to get married.

    Jordi Sharpe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depends on the hotel. You might have to factor in medical expenses if you dine in.

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    William Mclaurin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh s**t!!!! I've got like 50 or 60 wives?

    Amy Watkins
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wasn't this the plot of a "Who's the Boss" episode???

    #34

    In Arkansas... you can't honk your horn near a sandwich shop after 9 p.m.

    travelawaits.com Report

    Deedia
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What the dickens happened at that sandwich shop in Arkansas

    Andy Saputo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read about this. If I remember correctly, it was a particularly popular shop that allowed people to phone an order in and pull in and honk to let employees know they were there for the pickup. People living in the area were none too happy...

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    Guile main
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But, isn't it technically always after 9 p.m. of certain time?

    hcaballero57
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well there goes #4 on my bucket list

    Alexandria Z
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You may disturb the "loaf-ers" uggg sorry I just had to.

    #35

    It's illegal to run out of gas on the German Autobhan.

    schumachercargo.com Report

    fs
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Running out of gas is not so much the problem here, in fact it's the not allowed act of stopping on the autobahn. Meaning this applies also to EVs w/ empty batteries etc.

    prettygirl25
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wait!!! hold on what if you are coming into Arizona and have no gas stations... you're stuck in Arizona bud at least till you bail out...

    #36

    It's illegal to wear a suit of armor in British Parliament.

    lawcom.gov.uk Report

    Minath
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also the monarch can not step foot in the house of commons, they can go into the house of Lords though.

    Dave Reekie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its illegal to wear a suit of armour or a sword in the UK Parliament but it is legal in the Scottish Parliament, the Welsh Assembly or the northern Irish

    Appalachian Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I imagine there was a time when this made a lot of sense.

    #37

    It's illegal to wear lacy undies in Russia.

    edition.cnn.com Report

    Tamra
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who's going to enforce this law? Is there a special lacy undies task force?

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So ... who's checking?

    Vladimir I
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well... It would be long to explain all the details, but what's actually forbidden is certain synthetic materials for underwear. Coincidence or not, they were mot used for cheap laced undies, which caused a little hype about 12 years ago (and I'm kinda surprized that someone remembers it). Other materials are still permitted.

    And Joy
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't even wear underwear so jokes on you!

    prettygirl25
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    go ahead... how will others no?

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is especially true for hot foreigners they wish to "detain".

    Ella Saylor
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I volunteer to be the enforcer and checker!!! I volunteer as tribute for this "awful, terrible" job!!!

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    #38

    Carrying more than 50kg of potatoes in West Australia.

    lebrun.com.au Report

    Shiloh Casey
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keeping gateway vegetables off the streets

    Helen O.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a pet peeve about incorrect grammar... now my brain is yelling at me about sentence fragments.

    prettygirl25
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    :l anyone got 50kg potatoes i got a trip to take...lol

    #39

    It's illegal to kill Bigfoot in British Columbia, Canada.

    courthouselibrary.ca Report

    Julie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, they do seem to be an endangered species.

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although those guys on inexplicably-still-on-the-air TV series Finding Bigfoot have yet to actually live up to the show's title, if they happen to come across a Sasquatch in BC they'd be wise to not harm a hair on its furry body. That's because an obscure law (which may or may not be an urban legend) states that it's illegal to shoot a "Mowgli" (the nickname for Sasquatch back in the day). However, on a broader scope, current legislation states that all native species of animals in the province — excluding invertebrates and fish — cannot be hunted, which would presumably include Sasquatch should the mythical beast ever decide to reveal itself to humans. https://www.slice.ca/35-weird-canadian-laws-you-didnt-know-existed-2/

    Susan Green
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well that’s easy since they don’t exist

    Erick L.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably because you'll kill and idiot in a bigfoot outfit.

    Stephanie Hodge
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Oklahoma you just need a license first. For real look it up.

    #40

    It’s illegal to whistle in Petrolia, Ontario, Canada between 11 PM and 7 AM.

    mymcmurray.com Report

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's illegal to whistle in Petrolia, Ont., between 11 P and 7 AM, so keep your lips zipped. Apparently, this weird law is part of a anti-noise bylaw that prohibits "yelling, shouting, hooting, whistling or singing" during the wee hours. https://www.slice.ca/35-weird-canadian-laws-you-didnt-know-existed-2/

    Am a hooman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok that makes more sense. U can whistle but only during the daytime

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    Alexandria Z
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about if your a dwarf at work ? 'Sleeping Beauty' reference.

    Nenya
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Vermont it is illegal to whistle underwater - at any time

    Miss Frankfurter
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As an aside: The oldest golf course in Canada is located in Petrolia. It was there before Canada became a nation. It was originally located in what was known as Upper Canada.

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    #41

    Imported water is prohibited in Nigeria.

    trade.gov Report

    Sheila Sinclair
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That one is interesting, I wonder why

    Chich
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The leader has a family member who owns the water plant?

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    Adhekae Keno
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm from Nigeria, and recently the importation of rice was just lifted, after the country couldn't meet up production. So yes, we have clean water and wouldn't want any imported.

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope theirs is good to drink.

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Corruption in Nigeria has no shame.

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    #42

    In Virginia... you can't go trick-or-treating if you're over 14 years old.

    library.municode.com Report

    Your Average Panda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

    ButterflyCatcher56
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

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    Lisa H
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So if I lived in Virginia, I'd have broken the law four years in a row, SUCK IT, VA!!!!

    Jena
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I shall never go there!!!!!

    HarryPotter=LIFE
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my life... my dreams... oh wait i don't live in Virginia😝

    Scp_049
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WHY! There should be no such thing as "Too old for trick or treating" unless you are literally a skeleton corpse.

    TheHalloweenTeen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so short, I could pass as 12 in a costume.

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    #43

    It's illegal to swear in the U.A.E.

    gov.uk Report

    RoanTheMad
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another reason among a s**t load of others to stay the hell away from Dubai, then. F**k that.

    Shdbhshd Bbsbsbsb
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hmmmm I’m from the UAE and poeple swear everywhere this is FALSE information…

    #44

    Elephants are not allowed to be used to plow cotton fields in North Carolina.

    wildeles.org Report

    My O My
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a frustrating evening it is today, isn't it? Nothing I wanted to do is allowed

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    Manny_Flawz
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just told my Elephant to pack it's trunk and leave.

    Nenya
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    …But if you tie one to a parking meter in Florida, you must the same as for a car

    #45

    In South Dakota... it's illegal to sleep in the cheese factory.

    kotatv.com Report

    Rich Marcheschi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does that include the Cheesecake Factory?

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is there only one Cheese Factory in South Dakota?

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And the service was so slow that people kept nodding off.

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    Paul Harris
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why would you sleep when you could eat cheese

    prettygirl25
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    um...you don't no ware i live so you cant arrest me

    #46

    It's illegal to wear a mask in public in Denmark.

    dw.com Report

    Danish Dynomummy
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only at some stores, gasstations etc AND before COVID-19

    Maren Villadsen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is illegal to cover your face with clothing, mc helmets, hoddie, ect in a way that it will hide your identity

    rw55066
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was true in many places pre covid

    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same in UK when entering banks. Have to remove motorbike helmets etc.

    LazyKitten
    Community Member
    3 years ago

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    #47

    In Louisiana... it's illegal to send a surprise pizza.

    law.justia.com Report

    James Edwards
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about if I send it from out of state?

    Julie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Click the link. This is super simplified. The law sounds like it's more about in a harassing way or like a prank order that is COD.

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    #48

    It's illegal for your chicken to cross the road in Georgia.

    legintent.com Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guess someone didn't get the joke and got angry

    Jynxiecat
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe this is WHY the chicken crossed the road.....because someone said he couldn't

    JMil
    Community Member
    Premium
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can they incarcerate chickens? Sounds like an obnoxious cell mate.

    Amy
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then there are a lot of law-breaking chickens in my town.

    Jill Jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's also illegal to use utensils while eating fried chicken in Gainesville GA, USA

    Binny Tutera
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what if he wants to get to the other side???

    KDS
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can my pet chicken still cross the road if it is wearing a harness?

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    #49

    Throwing octopuses is illegal in Michigan.

    nytimes.com Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need to find the story behind this one

    Ploploplop
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a Detroit Red Wing's thing. The legend of the Octopus. Tradition to throw then on the rink during playoff games.

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    Caroline Sinclair
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It should be illegal to throw these intelligent and sentient creatures everywhere. And to eat them.

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thats a hockey story. Fans still throw octopus at some games. It revolves around the story of a zamboni driver, a mascot called AL the Octopus and the Detroit Red wings.

    My O My
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aaand another thing I am not going to do tonight. What a boring evening

    #50

    It's illegal to feed pigeons in Venice, Italy.

    reuters.com Report

    #51

    It's illegal to wear a fake mustache in an Alabama Church.

    al.com Report

    #52

    It's illegal to pay with too many coins in Canada.

    ctvnews.ca Report

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone who's ever tried to get rid of some change at the checkout counter had best know the rules, as there are specific limits set as to how much can be paid with coins. For example, a federal government website notes that the limit is $25 if you’re paying with loonies, $5 if you're using nickels. If you're trying to get rid of pennies, the maximum legal amount per purchase is a mere 25 cents. https://www.slice.ca/35-weird-canadian-laws-you-didnt-know-existed-2/

    Aunt Messy
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Canada no longer has pennies. They're gone entirely.

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    Mat Hall
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not illegal in the UK per se, but when it comes to making a payment for something (a purchase, repaying a debt, etc.) you can refuse to accept more than 40 coins in a single transaction, and trying to do so doesn't count as an attempt to pay; it stops malicious compliance, for example someone salty about a speeding fine can't rock up with a huge sack of pennies.

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its not "illegal" , its a law that allows a vendor to refuse payment. The Canada's Currency Act sets a limit on the number of coins on any type you can use in any single transaction. You can use no more than 25 pennies, 100 nickels, 100 dimes, 40 quarters, 25 loonies and 20 toonies. If you try to use more coins than the limits above, the vendor can refuse to accept them.

    #53

    Carrying a plank of wood down the street in London, U.K.

    thesun.co.uk Report

    Nathaniel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ever seen the documentary The Plank, 1967? That shows the trouble carrying a plank can cause.

    Mat Hall
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Man, I haven't seen that for decades, but I'm now frightened to watch it in case it's not as funny as I remember.

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    #54

    It is illegal to be drunk and in charge of cattle in England and Wales.

    oxbridgehomelearning.uk Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need the story behind this. What in the world happened that one faithful day that required this law?

    Vix Spiderthrust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a blanket law against being drunk in charge of cattle, horses or steam engines.

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    ace lesbian demigirl(she/they)
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ah, wales. the land of my relatives and wtf happened here

    Siddharth Karia
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about being in charge of people? King Charles won't be able to get drunk!

    Vix Spiderthrust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    King Charles III isn't really in charge. He's a figurehead.

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    #55

    In Delaware... you can't sell dog hair.

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    alias D.
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sanitary issues also I believe wig industry?

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone there already has a full supply.

    Potterhead 0-0
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow finally, someone else from Delaware 🙃

    #56

    In Oregon... it's illegal to go hunting in a cemetery.

    oregon.public.law Report

    rw55066
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait until the zombie uprising

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think that one is eventually going to the Supreme Court as a 2nd amendment rights violation.

    BeardedVulture
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Graveyard’s however, are acceptable.

    #57

    It's illegal to wear camouflage in (much of) the Caribbean.

    en.wikipedia.org Report

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except during Carnival......

    Tony James
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lots of SEAsia too - Bangladesh definitely, Thailand too, I think.

    #58

    No selfies with Buddha in Sri Lanka.

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    Lauren S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it okay if someone else takes the picture though?

    Nenya
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But the statues are good, no?

    #59

    No mooning in the hellenic republic, Greece.

    dailymail.co.uk Report

    #60

    It's illegal to kiss at French train stations.

    theculturetrip.com Report

    Blitzø
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what about french kissing?

    Rich Marcheschi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In France they just call that kissing, so that's still a no no.

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    RoanTheMad
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, all those romantic movie cliche's are clearly a lie

    Xenon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well I doubt that's enforced much or there goes a lot of movie tropes.

    #61

    Destroying currency is considered a criminal offense in Turkey.

    en.wikipedia.org Report

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Check out "Spocking" Canadian 5 dollar bills. it's hilarious

    ShaZam Beaubien
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the US, defacing currency is max fine of $100 or max jail time of 6 months. I'm sure that's a great conversation to have when you are in a holding cell. What did you do? .... hmmm I wrote on a $1 bill

    Margaret Hooper
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're getting off lightly. In Australia, the penalty is "in the case of a person, not being a body corporate – $5,000 or imprisonment for two years, or both."

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    #62

    It's illegal to cut cactus, in Arizona.

    eu.azcentral.com Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Preservation. Nothing wrong with that. Some cacti take decades to mature and grow

    Rich Marcheschi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Saguaro cactus is protected, there may be other breeds too, but it is not all cacti.

    Tony James
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're clearing ground for building and there's a saguaro cactus, you have to call the Cactus Police who tag it with its orientation so that when it's replanted it's in the same orientation as it was. The sun side of it will have thicker skin, so if you don't replant it properly it can burn and die.

    #63

    Legal prostitution and the earnings are taxable, The Netherlands.

    cnbc.com Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well if it's legal then it's taxable income; that's typically how jobs work

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Earnings from prostitution, legal and illegal, are taxable in the US.

    Sherry Moore
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also illegal drug sales. Remember the "Crack tax" stamps?

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    #64

    It's illegal to publicly displays affection in the United Arab Emirates.

    thenationalnews.com Report

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone told us this one when they went to work over there for 6 months. They were told in advance because they were going as a couple.

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    #65

    In Alabama... it's illegal to drive blindfolded.

    codes.findlaw.com Report

    Maiun
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, that's a relief.

    Donna Leslie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There has to be a reason for that one....

    William Mclaurin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's why Zoro had to move to Mississippi

    Nenya
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this one! If you are so stupid as to actually do this, b***h-slapping you isn’t enough!

    Spittnimage
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would hope that law is everywhere not just 'bama.

    #66

    It's illegal to sell chewing gum in Singapore.

    en.wikipedia.org Report

    Javier loh
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually this is false. It's illegal to sell gum not chew gum.

    Gin. No tonic
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you saying it is legal to chew chewing gum? Because the post says it's illegal to sell chewing gum. These are different things.

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    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do not chew gum in Singapore, and if you do, never ever throw it on the street. They will arrest you and cane you.

    Robert Trebor
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Gum Disposal Task Force will follow you until you swallow it. Then it will be inside you for three years.

    #67

    It's illegal to wrestle a bear in South Africa.

    vicoby.com Report

    Nathaniel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if the bear starts it?

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do they actually HAVE bears in South Africa?

    EvilNob
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How many bears are there in South Africa?

    Helen O.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a friend who used to live there... I wonder if she knew about this law.

    Jessica Johnson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not a real law. South african here. I know there is a law not to wrestle a bear somewhere but not here, we don't have bears.... so why a law even around it

    Élizaan Jansen van Rensburg
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am a South African, and this is the first time I am hearing about this law.

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are a lot of laws that we are not aware of, even in our own country. You can't possibly know them all.

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    #68

    It is illegal for a pub to serve alcohol to a person who is visibly intoxicated in Australia.

    smh.com.au Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have that here in New York. If your drunk enough and cause a car accident, the bartender can get in some trouble for proving alcohol to an already intoxicated person.

    Philly Bob Squires
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Establishments here in Pennsylvania, USA, have the same. We call them V.I.P.s for Visibly Intoxicated Persons.

    Kylie Mountain
    Community Member
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As far as I know, that's the law across most if not all of the U.S. If you appear drunk, they're not allowed to sell you any more drinks.

    Vix Spiderthrust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you really not see how this law makes sense?

    Kenneth Massengale
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's pretty much everywhere in the USA

    Lauren Caswell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same as here in NZ again, that's common sense

    BasedWang12.3
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure this is the law in most if not all of the US as well

    Porch santa
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same in GA USA. Had a friend get popped for doing so.

    Batwench
    Community Member
    Premium
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also in the UK.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many Aussies I know are much too intoxicated to be able to see if someone is visibly drunk.

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    #69

    No water pistols on New Year's in Cambodia.

    khmertimeskh.com Report

    Jynxiecat
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's better to save the water pistols for the summer anyway

    #70

    It's illegal to build a sandcastle in Spain.

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    EvilNob
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about other sand sculptures?

    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well I should have been arrested MANY times then. Those bloody Brits abroad, can't behave anywhere you take them 😂

    #71

    Married women can only have one glass of wine in Bolivia.

    cnbctv18.com Report

    Jessica Ehle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a stupid rule, but the solution to it is to use a giant glass. I mean a HUGE glass.

    T5n
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The bottle is a glass. Have fun. Maybe have a Melchior(18 Liter) bottle

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    RoanTheMad
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if they were to just drink from the bottle instead? ;)

    Erick L.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So they drink it from the bottle?

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But all the Tequila they want...

    Jynxiecat
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's the time frame on this? Like you get married and you have one glass of wine and that's it for the rest of your life, or is this a daily limit?

    Lauren S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why only if they’re married?

    Kharyss
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can drink more, but you need your husband’s permission to do so 🤦🏻‍♀️

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    #72

    No walking cows down the street in daylight in London, U.K.

    oxbridgehomelearning.uk Report

    Amy Watkins
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But perfectly legal at night???

    #73

    It is illegal to sing in a public place while wearing a swimsuit in Florida.

    roothlawgroup.com Report

    Lauren S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if you were to… remove the swim suit… could you sing then?

    cadena kuhn
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mtv spring break broke allot of laws back in the day

    Apatheist 62
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also in Kentucky, you're only allowed to drive wearing a swimsuit if you're carrying a weapon, or two police officers.

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about while wearing two coasters and a washcloth?

    #74

    In Wisconsin... butter substitutes are banned without permission.

    eu.jsonline.com Report

    Oleta Bubacz
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is no longer enforced, but as a child we drove to the UP of Michigan to obtain margarine. We concealed it under cloth in a picnic basket when we came back, just in case.

    ShaZam Beaubien
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What agency approves the butter substitutes? ... I don't believe this is butter ... please?

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    #75

    No shirtless driving in Thailand.

    businessinsider.in Report

    #76

    Belly dancing is only for ladies, Egypt.

    en.wikipedia.org Report

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had one guy in our belly dancing course; he was preparing for a friend's wedding. He was Lebanese I think.

    Ozacoter
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For a long time male belly dancers were really popular in egypt and other arabian countries since it was considered inmoral for a woman to dance.

    Lauren S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if you are a transgender female?

    #77

    Ice cream in your back pocket is a no-no in Georgia.

    gradynewsource.uga.edu Report

    #78

    In Milan, Italy, it is illegal for citizens to frown in public—unless they’re at a funeral or visiting someone in the hospital.

    dailymail.co.uk Report

    Jessica Ehle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You just need to wear a mask with a smile on it, then you aren’t breaking the rules.

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We can still see your eyebrows with a mask, unless you're talking of a complete mask like during Halloween.

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    #79

    In Maryland... sleeveless shirts are banned in public parks.

    patch.com Report

    Shagun Srivastava
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    samee i dont really think its true or maybe OP was talking abt some other part of MD?

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    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No gun shows in Maryland...

    Jordi Sharpe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, never going to a park in Baltimore. /j

    #80

    In Mexico, it is illegal for bicyclists to lift their feet off the pedals while riding as this might cause them to lose control of the bike.

    theculturetrip.com Report

    #81

    It is illegal to pump your own gas in Oregon and New Jersey.

    edition.cnn.com Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Safety and liability issues. Though almost all other states do self serve

    James Edwards
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All but two, Oregon and New Jersey.

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    Ploploplop
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OR lifts the ban on very hot days, and the ban was lifted in rural areas. This applies to larger cities.

    Lauren S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also illegal in New Jersey

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We only have one serviced pump in our city of ~750,000 people.

    #82

    It's illegal to fly a kite in Victoria, Australia.

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    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guess I've broken the law a few times then. Never heard of this law....I just checked it out and "It is an offence in Victoria to fly a kite to 'the annoyance of any person' in a public place. Maximum penalty is a $777.30 fine". https://www.slatergordon.com.au/media/14-of-the-most-obscure-australian-laws-youve-never-heard-of....so maybe I haven't actually broken it, if no one wad annoyed.

    Margaret Hooper
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only if you're annoying someone. Otherwise, feel free!

    #83

    It's illegal to climb a tree in Oshawa, Canada.

    canadianaffair.com Report

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A typical childhood pastime in the rest of Canada has been outlawed in Oshawa, Ont., where it's illegal to climb a tree. According to the local bylaw, "No person shall interfere with a tree or part of a tree located on municipal property, including but not limited to attaching, affixing or placing upon in any manner any object or thing to a tree or part of a tree, and climbing the tree." So hurry up and climb down before the cops arrive! https://www.slice.ca/35-weird-canadian-laws-you-didnt-know-existed-2/

    Robert Trebor
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet it relates to municipal liability if the climber is incompetent.

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    DaisyGirl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Random but I just finished watching a Crime doco where Oshawa features, quite the place

    #84

    You must provide for your elderly parents in China.

    learningenglish.voanews.com Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they have something like this in Japan too. So if you live in either and hate your parents, move out of the country

    cadena kuhn
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just read an article about a girl abandoned by her parents as a toddler. Grew up well off. Parents show back up. Court says she must support them as per this law

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    #86

    Finnish taxi drivers must pay royalty fees for songs they play in their cars.

    news.slashdot.org Report

    Hey!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why not just turn off the radio then?

    RoanTheMad
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a fixed rate of around 16 or so euros a year, not a massive amount, but still, a strange law considering the radio already pays royalty fees...

    Jordi Sharpe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Here's my band's demo. We're blackened deathgrind. We're called Satan's Ruptured Perineum."

    BasedWang12.3
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ain't no one hearin music in my car then

    #87

    No selfies with Tiger in New York.

    bbc.com Report

    Patricia Kersting
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does this mean no selfies with Tiger Woods or no selfies with a tiger, any tiger?

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's for when Detroit comes in to play the Yankees.

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    #88

    Only compliments for the king in Thailand.

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    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you don't like the way he's doing his job, just shut up and vote for someone else next time.

    #89

    It’s illegal to sell one’s eye in Texas.

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    Helen O.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Texas... dang it, guess my brother's eyes are safe for now.

    Eris Kallisti
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now James Hong is doing that scene from Blade Runner in my head

    My O My
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about selling both eyes?

    Catto
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why was this made…??????

    #90

    In Iowa... you can't throw a glass bottle onto a highway.

    legis.iowa.gov Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok but this makes sense. It's littering and a safety hazard

    Daniel Atkins
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have a 5 cent deposit on them so why would you?

    #91

    You can't kiss on the street in Guanajuato, Mexico.

    matadornetwork.com Report

    Ron S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless the street says it's okay.

    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But from what I've witnessed online, it's perfectly fine to leave dissected remains of rival cartel members there.

    #92

    It's illegal to drive a dirty car in Russia.

    carwale.com Report

    James Edwards
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think I ever saw a clean car in Russia!

    Kevin Ber
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thats a hard thing to do when the snow is melting in the spring time.

    KM
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not really, only the plates have to be clean

    #93

    Capri, Italy may bust your dog with DNA.

    Report

    Vix Spiderthrust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a typo for "bust", as in "arrest". Capri takes DNA profiles of all dogs for blood disease. They're now using those profiles to trace owners who allow their dogs to foul the pavement and don't pick it up.

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    Catto
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The wording confuses me does it mean they can prove your dog committed a crime?

    Ron S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least my cat is safe.

    Caroline Sinclair
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Paris (France) too. It has cut down irresponsible dog walkers quiet considerably!

    #94

    Don't hang your dirty laundry in public in Trinidad and Tobago.

    loopnews.com Report

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    #95

    It's illegal to play Dominoes in public places in Sevilla, Spain.

    20minutos.es Report

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like someone was a sore loser

    Ozacoter
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not really true. It's forbiden to do so in the terraces of bars to prevent noise. You can play at home

    #96

    Wives must have their husband's OK to get false teeth in Vermont.

    isba.org Report

    #97

    Moose viewing while airborne in Alaska is strictly forbidden.

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    ShaZam Beaubien
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So if you're in a plane and spot a moose ... I have to close my eyes?

    Squirrelly Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suspect this is to keep small planes from harassing moose, otherwise I could see tourists in a small plane buzzing animals for a closer look. No idea if correct, but seems like it'd be similar to laws in California that require boats to stay a minimum distance from whales.

    grasachick13
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is hunting related. Moose spotting is sending up a plane to locate moose and having the pilot direct the hunters on the ground to said moose. That is what's illegal.

    #98

    It is illegal to order or permit any servant to stand on the sill of any window to clean or paint it, U.K.

    cambridge-news.co.uk Report

    Vix Spiderthrust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't find a source for this but seems like basic health and safety

    #99

    It is illegal to fire a cannon within 300 yards of a dwelling in London, U.K.

    lawcom.gov.uk Report

    Vix Spiderthrust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And for the third time, nope. Only in London. The UK is bigger than London, folks.

    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The way it is written, with the comma between London and UK means they are saying London is located in the UK, for those who don't know where it is.

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    #100

    A person riding an elevator must talk to no one and must fold his hands while looking at the door in New York.

    cbsnews.com Report

    Jessica Ehle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That sounds like the best law it the universe. It is so awkward when there are strangers in the elevator and you are just staring at each other. I think I want to move to New York now.

    Benita Valdez
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely not an upheld law if it's an actual old law.

    Hobby Hopper
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Sure I'll take your case, but why'd you kill him?" "He kept staring at the back of my head."

    Saara-Elina Kaukiainen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's one of the nonwritten basic etiquette rules in Finland. Never talk to anyone in the elevator.

    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this an actual law or simple guidelines on public behaviour. Because the elevator in the ESB is one of the noisiest places I've ever been, all those tourists with their loud voices.

    eMpTy
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You wanna see people squirm and avoid eye contact? Enter the lift facing away from the door and smile for duration of your ride. (of course as long as you don't try in NY.)

    #101

    Close the gate or you'll be fined in Nevada.

    lvcriminaldefense.com Report

    #102

    No testing your physical endurance while driving in Oregon.

    oregon.public.law Report

    #103

    You must honk when passing a car in New Jersey.

    maggianolaw.com Report

    JMil
    Community Member
    Premium
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, apparently I'm a criminal now. Good things the cops didn't nab me on my recent vacation.

    UnicornSnotRules
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I learned to drive in NJ (okay, it was 35 years ago, but still) and I did not learn this law in Drivers' Ed...

    Daniel Atkins
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was the same in Missouri too back many years ago when i got my licence. They have probably changed that by now.

    #104

    In Minnesota... dirty tires are banned.

    cnbc.com Report

    Ron S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More like wheels caked with mud from off roading.

    rw55066
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In one city, and more so if it is leaving a deposit on the road

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    #105

    It's illegal to interfere with a homing pigeon. You have to let them be, Australia.

    xenlaw.com.au Report

    Vix Spiderthrust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, totally the opposite. It's illegal to interfere with a homing pigeon. You HAVE to let them be.

    Apatheist 62
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sara Pascoe: It's impossible to lose a homing pigeon. If it doesn't come back, what you've lost is just a pigeon.