The research revealed 10 lesserknown laws that remain on the statute books despite being, in some cases ancient, and in others simply. We thought we could lighten things up by providing you with some very unique and even off the wall south carolina laws in our storied history. If a child burps during church, his parent may be arrested. However, these weird or outlandish laws are actually on the books, whether. Check out these laws that either have been or still are on the books in alabama. Blasphemy laws used to be very common in the united states, but there are still some in existence. Did you know childrens lemonade stands are illegal in coralville, ia. A person may not cross state lines with a duck atop his head. While most strange arkansas laws were designed to dissuade human perps, lawmakers tried to put the finger on mother nature when they enacted a law forbidding the arkansas river to rise higher than the main street bridge in little rock. Crazy laws still in the books so not a current event exactly, but these laws are still in effect and its interesting to see how far weve come and how crazy it was that these laws actually got passed. Thats right, shoes with heels more than 2 inches 5 centimeters high or with less than a onesquare.
Two we turned to for 31 strange but true laws that are still on the books. As we discovered once before in our first list of unusual laws, ohio can be downright strange. Top 10 craziest laws currently on the books in north. Weve discovered so many unbelievably weird laws that a book wouldnt be. Posted jun 25, 2017 by claude brodesserakner nj advance media for. Its just one example of strange but true actual laws still on the books in the usa. Read more from curious sc the weird, the wondrous and the beautiful stories that.
The bizarre medieval laws that still stand in britain today it is still illegal to enter the houses. The following ten laws are on the books in the state of pennsylvania, you be the judge maybe go out and make a citizens arrest if you ever observe any such activity. In order to be eligible for this list, the law must still be on the books. The crazylaw rumor mill says these are still on the books. And if you think these are totally crazy, dont miss the 47 weirdest laws from around the world. This is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to odd california laws. The most bizarre alabama laws youve probably never heard of.
When someone sells a reptile they are legally required to give the. We scoured the law books in every state to find the weirdest law thats been passed in each one some have been repealed, but some are shockingly still on the books. Illinois has some absurd state and city laws still on the books. Its no secret that every state has weird laws left on the books from decades ago, but georgia has some laws still around that will leave you wondering why they were ever a law in the first place. Since many of you appreciated that post quite a lot, we decided to go deeper about the most stupid laws that are still in effect today.
These 10 crazy laws in texas will leave you scratching your head in wonder. The following is a listing of these socalled dumb or strange laws that are frequently associated with minnesota. Some other crazy laws are off the books for good and do not apply apply to state law. Many states still have antifornication laws on the books, despite our living in a postsex and the city universe where any samantha or charlotte can sleep or not sleep with whomever shed like, because she will not be judged by you or society so long as she can breathe and kneel. And while its highly unlikely that youll be arrested for breaking a crazy rule that no one knows about, its still fun to learn about these laws and wonder how on earth they got on the books. Weve discovered so many unbelievably weird laws that a book wouldnt be enough to write them all, so we.
This one isnt technically still on the books, but it juuuuuuuuust got changed. Six strange canadian laws still on the books ctv news. Pizza police, illicit fishbowls, and other anomalies of the law that make us all unsuspecting criminals. Crazy laws exist in every state, for many different reasons.
Make sure you watch your step around the state to avoid breaking these unusual rules. Herein, weve gathered the 40 craziest small town lawsall legitimately still on the books in 2018from around the country. The normal law was enacted after the famous beer riot in. What you might not know are the following laws that are still on the books in certain cities in ohio, according to. Per state laws, a person who is already drunk may not knowingly enter a bar to drink more, or remain in the bar that got them drunk in the first place. When it comes to enforcing laws, texas does a pretty good job.
No fortune telling, no selling children and other weird pennsylvania laws on the books. Carrying a minor on the hood, fender, running board, open truck bed or any other external part of a motor vehicle on a highway is a class b traffic violation. The dumb laws, the stupid laws, the crazy laws, the weird laws, the silly laws, the insane laws. Do not ever call turkey ham ham turkey, or something. These laws are not only cool in and of themselves, but are also a reminder of the unique history of these areas. Here are some funny, dumb state laws from nebraska to wyoming. The craziest laws that still exist in the united states. Its illegal for someone under the age of 15 to be outside without a guardian between the hours of 12am and 6am in st. If you violate one of these laws, you may not be charged at all. The most ridiculous law in every state business insider. The good news is that most of these laws are not actively enforced, but they are still on the books.
Wyoming has some fairly crazy laws that are still on the books. Most ridiculous laws in every state business insider. We decided to undertake some legal legwork and identify the strangest statute still on the books in every state. That one got repealed when it proved unenforceable. Comedy, crazy, local 0 20 of georgias weirdest laws by kelly tran on november 9, 2016. Here are the most ridiculous laws from all 50 states you may be breaking quite a few of them. It is illegal to sleep on top of a refrigerator outside. You wont believe these 10 crazy, stupid, archaic laws are still on the books in n. Tennessee has gone nextlevel with its netflix password security measures. However, these weird or outlandish laws are actually on the books, whether theyre enforced or not. The crazy law rumor mill says these are still on the books.
There are no laws on the books which prohibit bestiality. Bizarre medieval laws that still stand in britain today. Almost every community has an ordinance covering something minor that has happened in the distant past. Coming up with a list of 10 most the most archaic laws still in effect is no problem. Your home state could have the nations stupidest law. Thanks to a precocious 9yearold boy, its finally legal to throw snow balls in a colorado town known for its snow. Read on to see the 10 most outdated, unnecessary and just plain strange laws still on the books.
Current law in alberta states that it is against the law to paint a wooden ladder. Limiting the list to just 10, however, is quite an undertaking. Loony virginia laws that are still on the books norfolk. No armour in parliament, never handle salmon suspiciously and being drunk in a pub is illegal. Weird texas laws you should avoid breaking and one you can. Weird state laws from every state in america thrillist. Whether you want to learn how to start a business or you want to know the difference between living trust vs. On the other hand, you may find yourself in trouble for breaking a law you didnt even know existed. Every state has its own unusual or unique laws, but north carolina seems to win the prize for some of the strangest laws, and strangest penalties. Learn about some of the most bizarre and completely archaic laws still on the books. If you have to take a road trip, heres the safe way to do it. Here are more things that are actually and surprisingly illegal in ohio.
As a celebration of these odd little l aws which have managed to stay on the books, this list will countdown the 15 crazies laws that are still on the books. In most states, when police officers try to force these and other crazy laws on people, the decision is appealed due to the lack of relevance that the law has on the situation. We found some other laws that are quite bonkers, but were unable to confirm them. But other laws nearly as weird are still on the books. Every state has its crazy laws, and washington is no exception. July 16, 2017 by founder of charleston daily 8 comments. Often, the reasons behind the laws passed into history while the lawmakers never repealed the weird laws. There are lots of weird, archaic laws on the books. They may have made sense when they were written, but today they seem a little questionable, weird or just plain. Throughout its history, texans have told some pretty tall tales, but these weird texas laws are entirely true and still in effect today. The internet was made for lists of the weirdest laws you never knew existed in your state theyre quirky, theyre fun, and after auditing them, i can tell you theyre about 95% bogus.
Ever wonder what crazy laws have been on the south carolina law books over the years. Must be since i didnt see the one about carrying an ice cream cone in your back pocket on sundays i think. Some time ago we talked about a photo series that ironically portrayed people breaking 8 crazy laws. Justice minister jody wilsonraybould promised back in march to expunge the criminal code of so.
Weird laws in pa did you know these were actually on the. This law is currently active but the verdict is still out as to whether it actually prevented any couch bonfires. However, these 10 weird laws still on the books are often overlooked by law enforcement, and understandably so. Weird south carolina laws and statutes past and present. In norway, there is a law that protects all female dogs and cats from being spayed. Top 10 craziest laws currently on the books in north carolina. Many of these silly, outdated laws are still on the books. The owner of every hotel in hastings, nebraska, is required to provide each guest with a clean and pressed nightshirt.
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