There is a lovely quote in Oliver Twist when Mr. Bumble, the unhappy spouse of a domineering wife, is told in court that “…the law supposes that your wife acts under your direction”, replies: “If the law supposes that,” said Mr. Bumble, squeezing his hat emphatically in both hands, “the law is a ass – a idiot”.
I enjoy finding old laws that are a bit odd or unusual.
With Christian House Sitters offering people rent-free accommodation all over the world may I suggest that you brush up on local laws before you travel.
Although to be honest most of the following are not enforced. I have gleaned them from a range of different sources.
Enjoy and laugh
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In Tennessee, shooting at an animal from your car is forbidden, with one exception: it is not illegal to draw your weapon on a whale. Good luck finding one in that part of the world…
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Kansas. If two trains meet on the same track, neither shall proceed until the other has passed.
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A law in Nevada forbids anyone from placing a park bench in the middle of the road.
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In England dying is illegal in the Houses of Parliaments – This has been voted as the most ridiculous law by the British citizens.
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A law in Alaska forbids motorists from driving around with a dog attached to the roof.
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If you’re taking a drive in South Berwick, Maine, it’s important to note that parking in front of a Dunkin Donuts is against the law.
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Imagine you’re in Florida, and you fancy a ride on the back of an elephant. Well, don’t forget that you’re still required to pay for your parking.
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It is Illegal to Wear a Bullet Proof Vest While Committing Murder in NJ. For those of you planning violent crimes in New Jersey, according to New Jersey statute 2C:39-13, a person has committed a crime if “he uses or wears a body vest while engaged in the commission of, or an attempt to commit, or flight after committing or attempting to commit murder, manslaughter, robbery, sexual assault, burglary, kidnapping, criminal escape or assault.” In other words, the vest could bump your offense from third to second degree.
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Did you know that if you take your life into your hands getting behind the wheel in China, and more specifically in Beijing, you must under no circumstances stop for pedestrians? You could be arrested.
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In Missouri it is illegal to drive with an uncaged bear.
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A Californian law forbids women from driving a car dressed in a bathrobe.
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In Oklahoma, it is against the law to have a sleeping donkey in your bathtub after 7pm
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In Ohio, you can be fined if you’re caught going around a traffic circle more than 100 times.
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Do you fancy a Sunday drive around Denver, Colorado? If you’re unlucky enough to own a black car, you’ll have to go on foot. Driving in a black vehicle on Sundays is not permitted.
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