In order to be eligible for this list, the law must still be on the books as of the start of 2017. Pogo originally appeared in comic books in the 1940s, created by cartoonist and animator walt kelly who came up with the character after visiting the okefenokee swamp in 1942. And it seems every state has at least a few of them. The craziest laws that still exist in the united states.
In maryland, its illegal to play randy newmans short people on the radio. Over on io9, we posted a map of all the weirdest sex laws in the u. And the arizona one, about camel shooting prohibitions, stems from. So, of course the prospect of a dream vacation in the smokies is going to appeal to quite a few people.
If you allow your donkey to sleep in a bathtub, youre an ass. Dec 15, 2016 amended in 1999, it is illegal in the garden state to wear a bulletproof vest while youre breaking other laws simultaneously. Aug 31, 2018 every state has a completely bizarre or weird set of laws on their books, but some are just downright insane. Only 12 countries attended and the games lasted over five months. In mobile, alabama, it is illegal to have, make, or throw confetti. The laws in the code of alabama are passed by the alabama state legislature, which consists of the alabama house of representatives and the alabama senate. The good news is that most of these laws are not actively enforced, but they are still on the books. Its not the only wackadoodle law that still exists in the states. Top 5 weird and unusual georgia laws gateway macon. Apr 11, 20 this one isnt technically still on the books, but it juuuuuuuuust got changed. Some other crazy laws are off the books for good and do not apply apply to state law. If you allow it while youre in arizona, youre a criminal. The weirdest laws in every state slideshow the active. The weirdest laws in every state slideshow the active times.
How is it possible that some dumb laws like these are still in effect today, remains a mystery. A list of the craziest laws that still exist in the united states. Thanks to a precocious 9yearold boy, its finally legal to throw snow balls in a colorado town known for its snow. Section 34273 indicates that you may cobroke with an alabama licensee by executing a written cobroker agreement with an. Theyve all been in the law books at one time or another, and some still are. However, these weird or outlandish laws are actually on the books, whether. This one isnt technically still on the books, but it juuuuuuuuust got changed. Top 5 weird and unusual georgia laws you will be shaking your head in disbelief, but the state of georgia does have many weird and outdated laws. Every criminal is likely to be wearing a vest, but its double the. Sometimes though, laws can get a bit out of hand, weird even. These laws are not only cool in and of themselves, but are also a reminder of the unique history of these areas. 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. You know, the ones that prevent looting and killing sprees and general anarchy. While these laws are not still enforced for the most part, it is important to note that these laws are technically still on the books.
In the underrated city of mobile, alabama, it is illegal to possess, make, sell. In alabama, for instance, stores can open from 1 to 6 p. In minneapolis, doubleparkers can be put on a chain gang. Stink bombs, funk balls, and any object the purpose of which is. The good folks over at olivet nazarene university put. Dec 23, 2019 crazy laws exist in every state, for many different reasons. One wrong step could easily place somebody on the wrong side of us law with these odd particulars.
Here are the most ridiculous laws from all 50 states you may be breaking quite a few of them. They are usually beneficial to our health, lives and welfare. Weird and strange alabama laws the majority of laws and rules are meant to protect people, property and our constitutional rights. Alabamas current alcohol laws on the books, under section 28 of. In victoria, australia, only a qualified electrician is allowed to change a light bulb. Nov 09, 2016 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. Louis hosted the 1904 olympics, which was widely considered to be one of the weirdest ones ever held. Laws are in place to make sure society continues to run smoothly. Chickens are not allowed to cross the road quitman, georgia 20. Almost every community has an ordinance covering something minor that has happened in the distant past.
The best of these are designed to protect citizens and to define the structure of government at every level from local to federal. Here are more things that are actually and surprisingly illegal in ohio. Texas, alabama and south carolina still have blue laws on the books, but enforce them haphazardly. But in many states there are laws still in effect that either ban something no sane person would ever do, or show their age with regards to women, controlled substances, or the separation of church and state. I dont have an alabama real estate license, but i am licensed in another state. Apr 24, 2015 20 alabama laws that are so strange youll be shaking your head. Pogo is definitely in the running to join these other 15 animals with impressive titles. Crazy laws exist in every state, for many different reasons. Check out these laws that either have been or still are on the books in alabama. Its our personal top list, therefore youll find the most stupid laws, at least in our opinion, at the end of the list. Oct 17, 2017 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. We didnt have room for every weird sex law we found, and some of them we had to shorten a bit to make them fit. Many of these silly, outdated laws are still on the books.
Funny that alabamas lawmakers thought it important to get this law on the books, when here we were thinking that when we see a bear, all we want to do is run in the other direction. Here are some funny, dumb state laws from nebraska to wyoming. But most of the laws that you are about to read have nothing to do with any of that because over time, crazy court cases, altercations, and hilarious historical events have happened to put quite a few weird and. According to a law made in 1924, it is illegal for donkeys to sleep in bathtubs. 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. For example, the new york law against people wearing masks in public places is to prevent a mass crime or a riot, since you dont know the assailants identity undercover.
The active times has rounded up the weirdest law in every state for you to learn. These old laws usually do not make it to the updated books that go to law enforcement, but nonetheless still are upheld as the law. Tim hollis pop culture museum dora, near birmingham, ala. Granted, most of these weird laws in alabama are not enforced. It is illegal to wear a fake moustache that causes laughter in church. Alabama hopes to figure out where and how current state laws need updating. Coming up with a list of 10 most the most archaic laws still in effect is no problem. It was adopted as the states official possum in 1992. Alabama s current alcohol laws on the books, under section 28 of. The owner of every hotel in hastings, nebraska, is required to provide each guest with a clean and pressed nightshirt. However, it did not include leadership from the state senate. In washington state, it is against the law to boast that ones parents are rich.
However, it seems as though these days legislators are trying to control peoples lives a little too much and some of the laws they make are flat out insane. There are plenty of antiquated laws on the books in the state of. Every state has a completely bizarre or weird set of laws on their books, but some are just downright insane. However, times change, society evolves, and some irrelevant laws are still technically in effect. In alabama it is illegal to play dominoes on sunday.
If youre a stodgy school principal from a 1980s film, consider moving to mobile, alabama. Every state has a handful of strange and silly laws, and alabama is no exception to the rule with laws on the books stating that you are not allowed to carry ice cream cones in your back pocket or flick boogers into the wind. In the united states, there are both federal and state laws. 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. This collection can be found in a spacious addition to the home of. Ala code a144 whoever, being in a public place, fraudulently pretends by garb or outward array to be a minister of any religion, or nun, priest, rabbi or. The state of washington doesnt allow marathon dancing, skipping, sliding, gliding, rolling or crawling. Oct 20, 2016 the dumb laws, the stupid laws, the crazy laws, the weird laws, the silly laws, the insane laws.
Though most of these laws sound incredibly dumb now, once theyve had, or still does have, a real pretense. So let the piggyback ride haters rejoice and be careful about. All liquor stores shall be run by the state government. Weird and strange alabama laws torts legal blogs posted by. The members of both chambers serve fouryear terms, and they are not subject to any. In order to be eligible for this list, the law must still be on the books. Apr 27, 2016 as we discovered once before in our first list of unusual laws, ohio can be downright strange. The most bizarre alabama laws youve probably never heard of. The 50 states of the united states are allowed by the federal constitution to formulate and implement their own laws. Sep 05, 2017 if you allow your donkey to sleep in a bathtub, youre an ass. Amended in 1999, it is illegal in the garden state to wear a bulletproof vest while youre breaking other laws simultaneously.
It is illegal to dress up as a priest on halloween. If a child burps during church, his parent may be arrested. Most ridiculous laws in every state business insider. What must i do to participate in selling alabama real property. As we discovered once before in our first list of unusual laws, ohio can be downright strange. We scoured the law books in every state to find the weirdest law thats been passed in each one. Jun 22, 2010 weird and strange alabama laws the majority of laws and rules are meant to protect people, property and our constitutional rights. What you might not know are the following laws that are still on the books in certain cities in ohio, according to. We decided to undertake some legal legwork and identify the strangest statute still on the books in every state. 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. Putting salt on a railroad track may be punishable by death. In minnesota a person may not cross state lines with a bird atop his head. Check out the laws below to understand what i mean.
Never mind the fact that there is no mention of mustaches or church in the actual statute. This is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to odd california laws. Read on to see the 10 most outdated, unnecessary and just plain strange laws still on the books. Limiting the list to just 10, however, is quite an undertaking. Weird state laws from every state in america thrillist. The spirit of the law is there, and it says that out of religious. In mobile, alabama, its illegal to keep, store, use, manufacture, sell, offer for sale, give away or. Its illegal to change it yourself unless you are a qualified electrician. Apr 27, 2018 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. 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. Bingo games cannot last more than 5 hours north carolina 21. The license law book can be purchased from the online store or call 205. Weird and strange alabama laws torts legal blogs posted.