Throughout history some unbelievable American laws have been written. Whether they´re local, city or state laws, they’re sure to surprise you! In part 2 of Funny American laws that you never knew existed, we take a look at 28 hilarious laws that were written and passed in the United States.
Can you believe that these American laws exist?
In the State of Alabama:
It is prohibited to carry an ice cream cone in your back pocket at any time.
It is considered an offense to open an umbrella on a street, as to not scare any horses.
It is illegal to sell peanuts in Lee County after sundown on Wednesdays.
It is illegal to wear a fake moustache that causes people to laugh in church.
In Anniston, you may not wear blue jeans when walking down Noble Street.
In the State of Florida:
The doors of all public buildings must open outwards.
It is illegal to sing in a public place while wearing a swimsuit.
It is illegal to skateboard without a license.
In the State of Kansas:
It is illegal to shoot rabbits from motorboats.
It is prohibited to catch fish with bare hands.
In the City of Chicago:
The law forbids people from eating in a place that is on fire.
It is illegal to give a dog whiskey.
Kites must not be flown within the city limits.
In the State of Hawaii:
All residents may be fined as a result of not owning a boat.
The law forbids putting coins in one´s ears.
In the City of Baltimore:
It is forbidden to take a lion to the movies.
It is a public park rule violation to be in the park while wearing a sleeveless shirt.
In the State of New Hampshire:
You must not tap your feet, nod your head, or in any way keep time to the music in a tavern, restaurant, or cafe.
You cannot sell the clothes you are wearing to pay off a gambling debt.
It is illegal to pick up seaweed from the beach.
In the State of Iowa:
Kisses that last longer than 5 minutes are illegal.
A man with a moustache may never kiss a woman in public.
In the State of Ohio:
It is illegal for more than five women to live in a house together.
It is illegal to fish for whales on Sundays.
It is forbidden to get a fish drunk.
In the State of Tennessee:
Hollow logs may not be sold.
It is illegal to use a lasso for catching fish.
Skunks may not be carried into the state.
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