12 Strange and Stupid Laws

A fun look at some strange and stupid laws from the past.

A fun look at some strange and weird laws from the past that just might make you glad that you live in the present. You can tell that some of the laws were created because of the times that were in, but others will leave you scratching your head and wondering  "What were they thinking?"

  1. In Alabama it's against the law to flick boogers into the wind. 
  2. In Alaska it's illegal to push a live moose out of a moving airplane.
  3. In Arizona it's against the law to hunt camels.
  4. In Little Rock Arkansas it's illegal to walk your cow down Main Street after 1:00 PM on Sunday.
  5. In Baldwin Park Ca. it's illegal to ride your bicycle in a swimming pool.
  6. In Colorado you may not ride a horse while under the influence.
  7. In Hartford Connecticut it is unlawful to walk backwards after sunset.
  8. In Florida men may not be seen publicly in any kind of a strapless gown.
  9. In Georgia all sex toys are banned.
  10. In Idaho you may not fish from a camels back.
  11. Fort Thomas Kentucky dogs may not molest cars.
  12. New Orleans Louisiana  you cannot tie an alligator to a fire hydrant.

Note: This article is strictly for entertainment only, so please don't try and use them as evidence in court.

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Comments (13)
#1 by s hayes
Aug 28, 2008
Top article - made me laugh
#2 by IcyCucky
Aug 28, 2008
Funny laws...I wonder who came up with them?
#3 by Karen N
Aug 28, 2008
I had a hard time picking just 12 :)
#4 by Crissleigh
Aug 28, 2008
These are so funny . I do agree with #1 but due to #9 I would never want to live in GA . A-1 job keep up the good work .
#5 by Lauren axelrod
Aug 28, 2008
Totally agree with you Criss. No number 9, that's a real shame.
#6 by Karen N
Aug 28, 2008
lol, You two are so funny!
#7 by nobert soloria bermosa
Aug 28, 2008
unusual and funny indeed
#8 by Hein Marais
Aug 29, 2008
Great Article. Very entertaining Thanks.
#9 by eddiego65
Aug 30, 2008
Great entertaining article.
#10 by Sun Meilan
Aug 30, 2008
Hilarious, and strangely worrying!
#11 by Karen N
Aug 31, 2008
Thanks everyone,
I'm glad that you enjoyed them:)
#12 by Chris Stonecipher
Sep 11, 2008
When I was in the Marine Corp twenty years ago, I was told that it was illegal to have sex in any form other than missionary. Your article made me laugh. Thanks!
#13 by eunice tan
Sep 19, 2008
it's really entertaining
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