In alabama, for instance, stores can open from 1 to 6 p. We decided to undertake some legal legwork and identify the strangest statute still on the books in every state. Every criminal is likely to be wearing a vest, but its double the. Coming up with a list of 10 most the most archaic laws still in effect is no problem. 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. In the underrated city of mobile, alabama, it is illegal to possess, make, sell. Alabama hopes to figure out where and how current state laws need updating.
These laws are not only cool in and of themselves, but are also a reminder of the unique history of these areas. Section 34273 indicates that you may cobroke with an alabama licensee by executing a written cobroker agreement with an. Top 5 weird and unusual georgia laws gateway macon. Bingo games cannot last more than 5 hours north carolina 21. 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. In order to be eligible for this list, the law must still be on the books as of the start of 2017. Limiting the list to just 10, however, is quite an undertaking.
It is illegal to dress up as a priest on halloween. Aug 31, 2018 every state has a completely bizarre or weird set of laws on their books, but some are just downright insane. Weird state laws from every state in america thrillist. The good folks over at olivet nazarene university put. 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. If youre a stodgy school principal from a 1980s film, consider moving to mobile, alabama. Here are more things that are actually and surprisingly illegal in ohio. We scoured the law books in every state to find the weirdest law thats been passed in each one some have been repealed, but some are shockingly still on the books. It was adopted as the states official possum in 1992. Its illegal to change it yourself unless you are a qualified electrician. Apr 11, 20 this one isnt technically still on the books, but it juuuuuuuuust got changed. The best of these are designed to protect citizens and to define the structure of government at every level from local to federal.
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. 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. Theyve all been in the law books at one time or another, and some still are. Check out these laws that either have been or still are on the books in alabama. 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. 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.
Never mind the fact that there is no mention of mustaches or church in the actual statute. The weirdest laws in every state slideshow the active times. According to a law made in 1924, it is illegal for donkeys to sleep in bathtubs. In victoria, australia, only a qualified electrician is allowed to change a light bulb. 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. Sep 05, 2017 if you allow your donkey to sleep in a bathtub, youre an ass. Over on io9, we posted a map of all the weirdest sex laws in the u. In minnesota a person may not cross state lines with a bird atop his head. Oct 20, 2016 the dumb laws, the stupid laws, the crazy laws, the weird laws, the silly laws, the insane laws. Dec 23, 2019 crazy laws exist in every state, for many different reasons.
Though most of these laws sound incredibly dumb now, once theyve had, or still does have, a real pretense. 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. However, times change, society evolves, and some irrelevant laws are still technically in effect. Chickens are not allowed to cross the road quitman, georgia 20. In alabama it is illegal to play dominoes on sunday. The owner of every hotel in hastings, nebraska, is required to provide each guest with a clean and pressed nightshirt. 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. The house of representatives contains 105 members, while the senate contains 35 members. The most bizarre alabama laws youve probably never heard of. Apr 24, 2015 20 alabama laws that are so strange youll be shaking your head. 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. Here are the most ridiculous laws from all 50 states you may be breaking quite a few of them. The good news is that most of these laws are not actively enforced, but they are still on the books.
The license law book can be purchased from the online store or call 205. Texas, alabama and south carolina still have blue laws on the books, but enforce them haphazardly. 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. Its not the only wackadoodle law that still exists in the states. Laws are in place to make sure society continues to run smoothly. Its our personal top list, therefore youll find the most stupid laws, at least in our opinion, at the end of the list. A list of the craziest laws that still exist in the united states. In mobile, alabama, its illegal to keep, store, use, manufacture, sell, offer for sale, give away or. So, of course the prospect of a dream vacation in the smokies is going to appeal to quite a few people. Alabamas fake mustache law, wherein its said to be illegal to make a person in church laugh by wearing a fake mustache on sunday, is a prime example of blue laws. In jasper, it is illegal for a husband to beat his wife with a stick larger in diameter than his thumb. How is it possible that some dumb laws like these are still in effect today, remains a mystery.
Thanks to a precocious 9yearold boy, its finally legal to throw snow balls in a colorado town known for its snow. Tim hollis pop culture museum dora, near birmingham, ala. Weird and strange alabama laws torts legal blogs posted by. In mobile, alabama, it is illegal to have, make, or throw confetti. Crazy laws exist in every state, for many different reasons. Almost every community has an ordinance covering something minor that has happened in the distant past. Some other crazy laws are off the books for good and do not apply apply to state law. Check out the laws below to understand what i mean. The craziest laws that still exist in the united states. 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. Weird and strange alabama laws torts legal blogs posted.
And the arizona one, about camel shooting prohibitions, stems from. Every state has a completely bizarre or weird set of laws on their books, but some are just downright insane. 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. It is illegal to wear a fake moustache that causes laughter in church. This collection can be found in a spacious addition to the home of. Sometimes though, laws can get a bit out of hand, weird even. Dec 15, 2016 amended in 1999, it is illegal in the garden state to wear a bulletproof vest while youre breaking other laws simultaneously. The state of washington doesnt allow marathon dancing, skipping, sliding, gliding, rolling or crawling. Alabamas current alcohol laws on the books, under section 28 of. In order to be eligible for this list, the law must still be on the books. Jun 22, 2010 weird and strange alabama laws the majority of laws and rules are meant to protect people, property and our constitutional rights. The active times has rounded up the weirdest law in every state for you to learn. You know, the ones that prevent looting and killing sprees and general anarchy.
And it seems every state has at least a few of them. In the united states, there are both federal and state laws. 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. Alabama s current alcohol laws on the books, under section 28 of. The 50 states of the united states are allowed by the federal constitution to formulate and implement their own laws. If you allow it while youre in arizona, youre a criminal. 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.
In minneapolis, doubleparkers can be put on a chain gang. All liquor stores shall be run by the state government. What must i do to participate in selling alabama real property. The members of both chambers serve fouryear terms, and they are not subject to any. As we discovered once before in our first list of unusual laws, ohio can be downright strange.
If you allow your donkey to sleep in a bathtub, youre an ass. Most ridiculous laws in every state business insider. Code of alabama us codes and statutes us law justia. I dont have an alabama real estate license, but i am licensed in another state. Stink bombs, funk balls, and any object the purpose of which is. If a child burps during church, his parent may be arrested. They are usually beneficial to our health, lives and welfare. One wrong step could easily place somebody on the wrong side of us law with these odd particulars. However, these weird or outlandish laws are actually on the books, whether. Dec 01, 2017 a list of the craziest laws that still exist in the united states. Pogo is definitely in the running to join these other 15 animals with impressive titles. In washington state, it is against the law to boast that ones parents are rich.
In maryland, its illegal to play randy newmans short people on the radio. The most ridiculous law in every state business insider. If you are aware of some weird laws still in effect in your country or state feel free to tell us in the comments. Only 12 countries attended and the games lasted over five months. Granted, most of these weird laws in alabama are not enforced. Louis hosted the 1904 olympics, which was widely considered to be one of the weirdest ones ever held.
Apr 27, 2016 as we discovered once before in our first list of unusual laws, ohio can be downright strange. Read on to see the 10 most outdated, unnecessary and just plain strange laws still on the books. The spirit of the law is there, and it says that out of religious. 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. 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. Amended in 1999, it is illegal in the garden state to wear a bulletproof vest while youre breaking other laws simultaneously. Here are some funny, dumb state laws from nebraska to wyoming. Many of these silly, outdated laws are still on the books. The guide to law online contains a selection of alabama legal, judicial, and governmental sources accessible through the internet links provide access to primary documents, legal commentary, and general government information about specific jurisdictions and topics. This is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to odd california laws. This one isnt technically still on the books, but it juuuuuuuuust got changed.
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. Dec 15, 2015 no ice cream cones in your back pocket. However, these weird or outlandish laws are actually on the books, whether theyre enforced or not. 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. We scoured the law books in every state to find the weirdest law thats been passed in each one. The weirdest laws in every state slideshow the active. However, it did not include leadership from the state senate. So let the piggyback ride haters rejoice and be careful about. In mobile, alabama, it is against the law to throw confetti or spray silly string.
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