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10 Crazy Laws That Will Make You Say, "What? That's Illegal?"

By: A. Meep

By A. MeepPublished 10 months ago 3 min read
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During my weird internet scouring I came across some odd laws from across the global, that led me down a rabbit hole of laws that are just mind boggling to say the least, so here I am giving you a list of them for your reading pleasure!

Did you know that it's illegal to make strange faces at dogs in Oklahoma? Or that you can be fined for running out of gas on the Autobahn in Germany? These are just a few of the weird laws that exist around the world.

In this article, we'll take a look at some of the strangest laws from different countries. Some of these laws are just plain weird, while others are actually quite practical. But all of them are definitely worth a read!

Here are some of the weirdest laws from around the world:

Arizona: It's illegal to have a sleeping donkey in your bathtub after 7pm.

Samoa: If a husband forgets his wife's birthday, he can be reported to the authorities.

Arizona: You need a special permit to remove a saguaro cactus from your property.

Italy: It's illegal to make sandcastles on the beach in the town of Araklea.

United States: There are purple markers on trees and fences in some states that warn people not to trespass on private property.

Singapore: Chewing gum is banned in Singapore.

Thailand: It's considered an offense to step on Thai money.

Germany: You can be fined for running out of gas on the Autobahn.

Connecticut: Pickles must bounce before they can be sold.

New York City: It's illegal to wear slippers past 10pm.

Western Australia: You can't carry more than 110 pounds of potatoes in your car.

England: It's illegal to wear armor in the House of Parliament.

Greece: It's illegal to wear high heels at historical monuments.

Australia: You can be fined for annoying someone with your kite.

Oklahoma: It's illegal to make strange faces at dogs.

These are just a few of the many weird laws that exist around the world. So next time you're feeling down, just remember that there are people out there who are breaking these laws!

Why are these laws so weird?

There are a few reasons why these laws might seem weird to us. First, some of these laws are just outdated. For example, the law in Arizona about sleeping donkeys in bathtubs was put in place in 1924. At the time, bathtubs were not attached to the floor, so it was possible for a donkey to be swept away by a flood. However, bathtubs are now attached to the floor, so this law is no longer necessary.

Another reason why these laws might seem weird is that they are specific to certain cultures or countries. For example, the law in Thailand about stepping on money is based on the belief that money is sacred. In Greece, the law about wearing high heels at historical monuments is to protect the monuments from damage.

Finally, some of these laws might seem weird because they are just plain silly. For example, the law in Oklahoma about making strange faces at dogs is definitely a strange one. However, it's important to remember that these laws are still laws, and they should be respected.

So, what's the weirdest law you've ever heard of?

I'm sure there are many weird laws out there that I haven't heard of. However, the ones that I listed in this article are definitely some of the strangest. If you know of any other weird laws, please share them in the comments below!

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A. Meep

Hello, I'm a Meep. A creative soul who's been feeling a little lost lately. My creativity has been long since forgotten, like the Lost City of Atlantis. But I'm not giving up! I'm attempting a Disney to find it! Hope you got the reference

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