tipptruck1 Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 I came across this web site that list all dumb laws. I swear Californa, Iowa, and Wisconsin have the dumbest laws. But I think Tennessee has them beat. http://www.crazylaws.com/ Heres some of the ones I came across. I was just scaning the page and they jumped out at me. Arizona-A man can legally beat his wife, but not more than once a month. California- A city ordinance states that a $500 fine will be given to anyone who detonates a nuclear device within city limits. Iowa-Horses are forbidden to eat fire hydrants in Marshalltown, Iowa. Iowa-Indianola: The "Ice Cream Man" and his truck are banned. D.C.-The U.S. government says it's a crime to give false weather reports Quote
Low_Budget_Hooker Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 lol, interesting. Alabama-It's against the law for a man to seduce "a chaste woman by means of temptation, deception, arts, flattery or a promise of marriage." Doesn't say anything about "cash" though,lol ;D Quote
Super User cart7t Posted January 25, 2008 Super User Posted January 25, 2008 Missouri Anyone under the age of 21 who takes out household trash containing even a single empty alcohol beverage container can be charged with illegal possession of alcohol in Missouri. How can I be in possession if the container is empty? It is illegal to have oral sex. uh oh. Natchez: It shall be unlawful to provide beer or other intoxicants to elephants. Thank God I can still take my pet Lion down to the bar at happy hour and get us both drunked up for half price! Quote
slomoe Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 VIRGINIA - In Newport it's against the law to tickle a girl under her chin with a feather duster in order to get her attention. Quote
Masshole Mike Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 good ole massachusetts... You may not, at any time take a crap on your neighbour. In 1659 the state of Massachusetts outlawed Christmas. It is illegal to frighten a pigeon. It's illegal to take a lion to the movies. Quote
Low_Budget_Hooker Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 Rhode Island Any marriage where either of the parties is an idiot or lunatic is null and void. Yes, I'm single.... Exercising any labor, business, or work, or using any game, sport, play, or recreation, or causing any of the above to be done to or by your children, servants, or apprentices on the first day of the week (Sunday) results in a penalty of $5 for the first offense and $10 for the second. In Providence, Rhode Island it is illegal to sell toothpaste and a toothbrush to the same customer on a Sunday. In Newport, Rhode Island it is illegal to smoke from a pipe after sunset. In Scituate, Rhode Island it is illegal to keep a flock of chickens in your motorhome if you live in a trailer park. Impersonating a town sealer, auctioneer, corder of wood, or a fence-viewer is against the law. Penalty: $20 to $100 fine. It is considered an offense to throw pickle juice on a trolley. It is illegal to challenge someone to a duel, or accept a duel, even it it is never actually fought. Penalty: Imprisonment for one to seven years. Count the RI guys out of the 2008 "Catch or Fetch" ;D It is illegal to coast downhill in your car with your transmission in neutral, or with the clutch disengaged. It is illegal to place a windmill within twenty-five (25) rods of any traveled street or road. It's a misdemeanor to keep more than 11 inoperable vehicles in front of a house. Professional sports, except ice polo and hockey, must obtain a license to play games on Sunday. Providence There is not an appeals process for exemption of property tax due to a disability or poverty. It is illegal to wear transparent clothing. There goes my business venture,...sorry guys,..no LBH clothing coming now.. ;D Riding a horse over any public highway for the purpose of racing, or testing the speed of the horse is illegal. Penalty: Maximum $20 fine and imprisonment for 10 days. This state still prohibits unmarried people from having sex under any circumstances. However, if caught, the lovers are both fined only 10 dollars Lemme see, that's like $25 I owe the state!! It didn't even COST me that much!! ;D West Warwick It is illegal to use water on even-numbered days for the sole purpose of watering plants, gardens, or lawns. If you break this law there is a fine of $25-$100. This is well known, it's to conserve water during drought. Some communities do "odd/even" watering days You may not sell toothpaste and a toothbrush to the same customer on a Sunday. Quote
Jake. Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 North Carolina: In Asheville, North Carolina, it is illegal to sneeze on city streets. Fights between cats and dogs are prohibited. Elephants may not be used to plow cotton fields. It's against the law to sing off key in North Carolina. : : : Quote
Popeye Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 I'd say that "legislators" who wrote/write/pass such laws have way too much time on their hands AND are way over paid (in most instances). I particularly liked the CA law/city ordinance about getting fined $500 for detonating a nuclear device within city limits. Unless if was a small tactical nuke, who'd be around to collect the money??) Quote
Fish Man Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 In Delaware you may not sell dead people for money without a license uhm...wow i guess im in trouble Quote
Super User Dan: Posted January 25, 2008 Super User Posted January 25, 2008 Missouri Anyone under the age of 21 who takes out household trash containing even a single empty alcohol beverage container can be charged with illegal possession of alcohol in Missouri. How can I be in possession if the container is empty? Having empty beer cans can get you charged with underage possession in lots of states. Here in VA, you can get charged if you have an empty red party cup if the police detect any remnants of alcohol in it. Heck, it doesn't even have to be in a cup, you can be charged with underage possession of alcohol for possessing the alcohol IN YOUR BODY. Quote
Korea_Bassin Posted January 25, 2008 Posted January 25, 2008 In Delaware you may not sell dead people for money without a license uhm...wow i guess im in trouble Go to your local courthouse and ask about applying for that license and you'll probably learn a few other legalities you weren't aware of either. Quote
CGH Posted January 26, 2008 Posted January 26, 2008 Texas The Lone Star has It's share of Quacks too... In Texas it's legal for a chicken to have sex with you, but it's illegal to reciprocate In Dallas County it is illegal to own any realistic looking, phallic shaped, personal massager more than one foot in length. It is legal for a husband to beat his wife as long as he uses something no bigger than his thumb. Port Arthur: Obnoxious odors may not be emitted while in an elevator You can be legally married by publicly introducing a person as your husband or wife 3 times. Texas law forbids anyone to have a pair of pliers in his possession. There is an old law in Texas that states you are unable to tuck your pants into one boot unless you own ten or more cattle Quote
Super User Tin Posted January 26, 2008 Super User Posted January 26, 2008 I know in CT it is illegal for a mother to kiss her son in a bathtub on a Sunday. When I read these two I almost wet myself, in Tennesse it is illegal to catch a fish with a lasso, sorry RW. Also in South Dakota if there are more than 5 Native Americans on your property you can shoot them. Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 26, 2008 Super User Posted January 26, 2008 I know in CT it is illegal for a mother to kiss her son in a bathtub on a Sunday. When I read these two I almost wet myself, in Tennesse it is illegal to catch a fish with a lasso, sorry RW. Also in South Dakota if there are more than 5 Native Americans on your property you can shoot them. In Gilroy, CA you can shoot anyone that works for UPS if they refuse to leave your property. ;D Quote
Super User burleytog Posted January 26, 2008 Super User Posted January 26, 2008 Does UPS even deliver in Gilroy? I would think that all the garlic would keep them away. Quote
Super User KU_Bassmaster. Posted January 26, 2008 Super User Posted January 26, 2008 Kansas Wichita: Before proceeding through the intersection of Douglas and Broadway, a motorist is required to get out of their vehicle and fire three shot gun rounds into the air You guys down in Wichita need to try this one out Lawrence: All cars entering the city limits must first sound their horn to warn the horses of their arrival. Good thing I found this out. I drive there 5 days a week. It is illegal to hunt whales. ;D ;D Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 26, 2008 Super User Posted January 26, 2008 Does UPS even deliver in Gilroy? I would think that all the garlic would keep them away. You know when they are cooking to garlic at the cannery the whole town smells like Italian food. Good Italian food. I live nowhere near the cannery but when I get home in the afternoon, it smells goooood. Quote
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