2. German travel websites had been advertising a special experience of nature, free and healthy., Not that free. No "Bat Signals" (or any other beacon) allowed in the sky. In 29 states in the US it is legal to fire someone for being gay. The law is no longer enforced, of course, but back in the day, people who were deemed too unsightly for the public eye were slapped with a $25 fine over $400 in today's currency. Its a very real law, and bingo halls can be fined for serving alcohol. ), On the whole, it seems that the German government would like parents to use properly spelled, good old-fashioned names. 36. The list is quite long-:) OP JonnyM 11 | 2,620 Part of the problem is the permafrost which makes it nearly impossible to properly dig graves, and the frost itself will push the coffins up and out of the earth. In 2002, the vice governor of Phnom Penh said, We will not allow people to use [water pistols] because our nation is now peaceful, and if we let people play with them, it will look bad., The Cambodian authorities are not complete killjoys, however. Employers must ensure that their employees participate in the scheme or risk fines of up to $19 million. Hopefully, you do, too. Gambling at a home poker game is illegal in Belgium. near and around Sacramento; NO smoking outside or on the street! Anyone outside those positions is guilty of a third-degree felony, according to the Utah State Legislature. We wish this one had a more interesting backstory, but the full law actually makes sense: No person shall drive a vehicle when it is loaded or when there are in the front seat such a number of persons as to obstruct the view of the driver to the front or sides of the vehicle or as to interfere with the drivers control over the driving mechanism of the vehicle.. Just run and hide. Germany banned making any loud, excessive noises during quiet hours which are typically between 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. And yes, it is as vague and arbitrary as it sounds. The purpose of most legislation is to promote acceptable behavior and to prevent or punish unacceptable behavior. Still, it can be hard to understand the laws and customs of other countries, and travelers are often advised to take care not to inadvertently break the law. The law has been in place since 1903. To translate, you cant have so much stuff in your car that it blocks your view. Anyone "pretending to forecast or foretell the future of another by cards, palm reading or any other scheme, practice or device" can be found guilty of a misdemeanor and fined up to $500, or even serve time in jail, according to Maryland State Legislature. Is it the end of an era for the University RE: the myths about Skopjes Old Bazaar district. Final verdict:No, this isn't an attack on good, clean Halloween fun. Breaking this law can also result in a stay at the state prison not exceeding five years and other damages, according to the Montana State Legislature. There's a right and a wrong way to eat fried chicken. The national colours of Iceland are red, white and blue. Pennsylvania. In Honolulu, Hawaii it is illegal to sing loudly after sunset. No problem. New public buildings that cost over $100,000 have to allocate 1 percent of funds for art displays, thanks to the National Assembly of State Art Agencies. How many sleazy seaweed peddlers have you met? Thus, the forms of transport available for travelling long distances are boats and air. The fine can be up to $50,000. 5. But perhaps one of the strangest laws in Italy is in Eraclea, near Venice, where it is forbidden to build sandcastles on the beach. The three national colours of Iceland that also appear on the country's flag represent the elements that the land is made up of. You might imagine that an Englishman would be free to hold his fish in any way he chooses, but you would be wrong. The Court made the Ihlen declaration binding thereby conferring the sovereignty to Denmark. Final verdict: This is one of those weird laws that has no clear explanation. Driving a dirty car in Chelyabinsk, Russia can get you fined up to 2,000 rubles (about 62 USD). 19. Sodomy is illegal, in general, in Idaho, Utah, Michigan, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. We're talking about law-breaking criminals, right? Talking in church is a serious offense, at least in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Anyone deemed to be overweight is given three months to shape up. Everywhere in the world, you can find weird laws and Texas is no exception. 10. That's why you need to know about some of the weirdest laws that you might break completely by accident. Because I care, I went deep into the Gettysburg Times archives and . Prostitution is legal in Canada - This is a weird Canada fact because while prostitution is legal in Canada, buying a prostitute's services is illegal. In some cases, both the bride and the groom are absent. For his part, the Dalai Lama has said that he refuses to reincarnate in Tibet as long as Tibet remains under Chinese control. Final verdict: This is one of the weirdest U.S. laws because its almost entirely pointless. It's Illegal to Drag a Dead Horse Along the Street. Final verdict:Don't worry, your workplace costume party is probably fine. Since 1986, US authorities have had the legal right to access any 180-day old email, without a warrant. In 2008, a Saudi court refused an 8-year-old girl, who asked for a divorce from her 58-year-old husband. According to the Oregon State Legislature, you can't throw it from the vehicle either. As we all know, one of the things you really need in a childrens character is prominent genitals. According to one petition, the law was originally enacted in reaction to an unpleasant hoarding situation. There, even whispering in church is considered a disturbance of worship and can result in an annoying fine. While it's nearly impossible to enforce this law, and no blood test or medical history is required to get a marriage license, this health code could have prevented marital bliss for more than 9,700 Nebraskans who reported cases of chlamydia or gonorrhea to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services in 2015. Which means the prostitutes themselves would not be breaking the law. The law specifies that a beer and wine store should be in the exclusive business of selling adult beverages and that any water or soda sold needs to be room temperature, according to Find Law. That is an active law as of 1950. They have set up designated areas for people to play with water. It's illegal to drive while your dog is tethered to your car in Alaska. 51. 44. The Crazy Facts is the home to the most messed up, craziest, most unbelievable facts you'll ever see! So it is somewhat ironic that Alaska passed a law banning people from getting drunk in bars. Interracial marriage was still illegal in Alabama in 2000. 13. So we might think its a good thing that councillors give careful consideration to any mascots that they might put on a playground. Final verdict: At first read, this weird law seems like it should come with a hilarious reason. However, in 1966, Victoria, Australia, proved 20 th -century people could be just as miserable as their ancestors by passing anti-kite legislation. Top 10 Most Ridiculous Alcohol Laws In USA. Some even consider the animal a modern-day unicorn. However, no amount of thinking can explain some of the more bizarre laws from around the world. In Milan, the only events you are not required to smile is when you're in a hospital and in the funeral. 5. In Oregon, talking dirty while having sex is illegal. Not So Crazy Eboli is a small town in Italy, and kissing in a moving vehicle is banned here. Netflix. Now, that's something Europeans can probably get behind. Seems unfair to the little critters, but they do have an annoying habit of going through the trash. Or parties on campus? 2. The weirdest laws on the planet: Its a crime to Prague history: There was another bridge before Charles Bridge, Ancient stone camels in Saudi Arabia older than Pyramids. Weird Laws What are Strange Laws? We don't know why exactly many of them were created, but we do know everyone could use . Apparently, farmers and landowners are being punished for this. Unfortunately, people are terrible. Even if a person gets buried, it is another question how proper the body will decompose. Were not sure what prompted the law to be made in the first place, but its not the worst law written. Also illegal in England is flying a kite to the annoyance of locals, getting drunk in a pub, ringing a doorbell without lawful excuse, or keeping pigs outside your house. 60. 51. With a few exceptions, being drunk in public is illegal across the country. So, in 2008, Japan banned its citizens from being fat. The logic behind it must be similar to the logic behind cyclists having to obey normal traffic laws, only a little less sound. In Canada, it's now legal to engage in oral sex with your pet. There's a myth floating around on the Internet that there's a German law which forbids the hanging of laundry on Sundays. Im out. 53. You're not allowed to drive a black car on a Sunday in Denver, Colorado. This murder is canceled," said no murderer ever. Do you believe in the quote mentioned above ? We also thought to remind you ofWhittier, Alaska a town where almost all its citizens live under one roof, Tags: Longyearbyen, Norway, remote cities, this city knows, weird laws. View the Best Chili in Austin. In public swimming pools in France, men are only allowed to wear extremely tight-fitting swimming trunks in the swimming pool. You may not spot moose from a plane and hunt them on the same day. B Rosen via Flickr The laws lightened up over the years, with margarine sales remaining a criminal offense until 1967. 1. 45. For example, the New York law against people wearing masks in public places is to prevent a mass crime or a riot, since you don't know the assailant's identity undercover. When it refers to "ugly" people, it's really referring to those with disfiguring disabilities, particularly minorities. In Montana, proxy weddings are allowed for those serving in the military, which means a friend can pretend to be the groom or the bride and the union will still be considered valid. If you're overheard dropping a four-letter word on the street, it's a misdemeanor worth a $100 fine. For example, one list of weird laws states that in California, if a frog in a frog-jumping contest dies, it is illegal to eat the frog. The logic behind this weird law was that sleeping around heavy machinery was a bad idea. Apparently, according to Australian laws, it is illegal to touch electric wires which can lead to your death. In Britain it is illegal to handle a salmon in suspicious circumstances. Exceptions are made for people in wheelchairs, participating in parades or having a medical emergency. It's a bear, it's a moose it's a Sasquatch! Final verdict: Heres yet another weird law that we wish was a joke. Writer at Thought Catalog. 7. The ruling has been challenged by nature lovers, but the Swiss high court agreed that the government had the right to uphold public decency.. Arizona. Spread the word The world's northernmost capital is Nuuk, and it belongs to Greenland, while the world's northernmost town that has more than a thousand permanent residents is Longyearbyen and it belongs to Norway. However there is no clear evidence to support the. The Craziest Laws That Still Exist In The United States It's a strange, strange world we're in. The Worldwide Championship of Ice Golf is held in the month of March in a popular city of Greenland namely, Uummannaq.