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Laughter is Good Medicine: Strange Laws 2

by Betty Carew in Law, January 15, 2009

Another look at quirky laws that are written in some places in the world.

I firmly believe that laughter is the best medicine of all so here is part 2 of strange laws. Take a break and have a chuckle. You never know what you may find in here to bring a smile to your face.

1.       In Zion, Illinois, USA, it is written in the law that it is illegal to offer your pets a cigarette but with the price of cigarettes today I really can’t see that happening.

2.       This one is a beauty. In St. Louis, Missouri, USA; it is against the law for a fireman to rescue a woman in her nightdress. So ladies even if you’re visiting stay fully dressed while sleeping you may not have time to change.

3.       Ames, Iowa offers a law that is strange; men are not allowed to have three sips of beer while they are in bed with their wives. This must be why men get loaded before they come to bed!

4.       This one has me stumped. In Maryland, USA it is still illegal for the radio stations to play Randy Newman’s song “Short People”. Maybe this is why I have never heard of it.

5.       If you’re ever in Oklahoma don’t make faces at a dog, it’s against the law it could result in a jail sentence or you getting a face lift if you chose the wrong dog.

6.       Texas has a neat law. Criminals are required to give a 24 hour oral or written notice giving details of the crime there are going to commit. Now wouldn’t this be a nice gesture I can see it now, Dear Madame, you can expect me at midnight tomorrow night. I will be only taking the silver ………

7.       In Washington, USA don’t pretend you have rich parents it’s against the law. Our daughter may find herself in jail.

8.       This one is really stupid and I would love to know how it got written into a law. In Baltimore, Maryland, USA it’s against the law to take a lion to the movies. Now why would anyone in their right mind want to do that unless they want the lions share? (Excuse the pun lol).

9.       Tremonton, Utah, USA, has a quirky law. Can you believe this? It’s against the law to have sex with a man in an ambulance you can be charged with a misdemeanor and have your name printed in the paper. Get outta here, sex while you’re having a heart attack? Not!

10.   If you’re in Oxford, Ohio, USA, check out your hotels room pictures before you undress. The law says it’s forbidden to undress in front of a picture of a man. Leave your picture of hubby at home.

11.   The Taliban in Afghanistan forbids women to wear white socks as men may find it attractive. The police also paint the windows of the house black to stop women from seeing outside. I guess it saves on cleaning windows and difficult laundry.

12.   Impotency is a very serious issue in the USA. It is the grounds for divorce in 24 states. Does that mean that when you hit 50 it’s out the door? Thank Goodness for Viagra!

13.   If you are in Iowa make sure you don’t kiss for longer than five minutes after this you are breaking the law. I think I would be safe on this one.

14.   In Chico, California it is against the law to detonate a nuclear device within the city limits. You could get fined $500.00 that is if they can find the pieces after.

15.   Lebanon offers a law that states it is legal to have sex with any animal as long as it is female. Now this is really going to the dogs!

16.   In Turkey in the 16th and 17th century it was forbidden to drink coffee anyone that broke this law would be sentenced to death. Not a place for Timmy’s !

17.   Singapore has a dilly. A person can be executed if they are found with 200g of cannabis. That would sure cut down on the population around here.

18.   In Birmingham, England it’s against the law to have sex on the church steps after sundown. Does this mean that during the day it’s okay?

19.   In Alberta, Canada every convict that is released is entitled to a gun and a horse to ride out of town on. Maybe that’s why I’ve seen so many riders on the road side trails.

20.   Is there nothing sacred in Minnesota, USA, it is against the law to hang men’s and women’s underwear on the same clothes line.  This is one place where “his” and “hers” pays off.

Well that’s it for the funnies. I promise I won’t be back on this subject. Hope at least someone got a smile from this. I have to admit I am curious why some of these laws were enforced but maybe another time ………

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  1. Louie Jerome

    On January 15, 2009 at 8:30 am


    Funny!

  2. Joni Keith

    On January 15, 2009 at 8:34 am


    This was definitely good for a few laughs. Great article.

  3. Mythili Kannan

    On January 15, 2009 at 9:18 am


    My votes to 6,8,9,10 and 20…. Ultimate… LOL

  4. goodselfme

    On January 15, 2009 at 12:36 pm


    Hilarious! Well done and many to read. Thank you for this great read.

  5. Ro Marie

    On January 15, 2009 at 1:18 pm


    It’s always good to start the day with a laugh. Nice article. Thank you very much!

  6. Catelin Hoovr

    On January 15, 2009 at 4:47 pm


    Mercy me….My niece lives in St. Louis MO (She’s a pediatrician…guess she’s usually dressed with all those “on call hours” she’s required to serve_. I shall stay with my sister in Bunker Hill or Nephew in St. Peters…next trip East. :) just to be on the safe side. HeeHee

  7. C Jordan

    On January 15, 2009 at 7:03 pm


    There must be a lot of Firemen with slapped faces for saying “Sorry lady but you’ve got to lose the nightdress”

  8. Teachermom

    On January 17, 2009 at 2:22 pm


    Excellent article! LOL I really enjoyed reading it!

  9. Mary

    On January 17, 2009 at 6:33 pm


    a great article.

  10. Tusaani

    On January 18, 2009 at 11:57 am


    What an interesting article!

  11. Jax Appleby

    On January 18, 2009 at 12:05 pm


    This is just as funny as the first one. But the funniest parts are the little blurbs you insert at the end of the laws.

    Another great job! Jax

  12. denus

    On January 27, 2009 at 4:03 pm


    funny but ewwwwwwww

    You can do it with animals in lebanon, disgusting.

    but nice article.

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