Amusing Out-Dated Laws

Every state, and even some cities and towns, have outdated laws that are still technically in effect, but most are no longer followed. I've compiled a list of silly and outrageous laws, simply as proof that some strange and superstitious folks had too much power at one time or another in American history.

Alabama - While it's perfectly legal to pick your nose while driving, flicking your booger out the window of a moving vehicle can get you in big trouble.

Alaska - It is illegal to take a picture of a live bear. Better shoot it before getting that scenic shot!

Arizona - If a thirsty vagrant comes knocking on your door asking for a glass of water, denying to serve them is a punishable offense.

Arkansas - Beating your wife once a month? Go for it! More than once a month and the cuffs come out.

California - Make sure and take down your Christmas lights before February 2, or you could be in for a nasty fine.

Colorado - Your pet goat is not allowed to graze on grass that is on city property. Aww, come on.

Connecticut - In Devon, Connecticut, it is illegal to walk backwards after sunset.

Delaware - Whispering within 300 feet of a church is considered a crime.

Florida - All pregnant pigs must be allowed to roam free, anywhere in the state.

Georgia - It is illegal to cuss on land-line phones in Columbus, Georgia.

Hawaii - No billboard signs allowed in the state.

Idaho - Fishing while on the back of an elephant is strictly prohibited.

Illinois - In Chicago, it is illegal to eat in any building which is currently on fire. Well, duh!

Indiana - Backing into a parking spot can land you a fine.

Iowa - Any one-armed pianist cannot charge for his or her performance.

Kansas - If you find yourself in Topeka, Kansas any time soon, be sure not to sing in the rain, as it is illegal.

Kentucky - Throwing tomatoes at a public speaker is punishable by up to one year in jail.

Louisiana - In Jefferson Parish, all garbage fed to hogs must first be cooked, no matter what the garbage contains.

Maine - Skydiving is considered a crime in Maine.

Maryland - Performing or receiving oral sex is punishable.

Massachusetts - It is illegal to park your donkey in a bath tub. Umm, excuse me, what?

Michigan - Tossing a hoop skirt in any public area will land you a $5 fine.

Minnesota - Better take that duck off your head before crossing state lines into Minnesota!

Mississippi - A man promising to marry a woman simply to get into her pants is a crime. It's about damn time.

Missouri - The next time you're in University City, Missouri, make sure the last thing you do is honk someone else's horn, as it may result in a fine.

Montana - If a man is traveling with a sheep in the back of his truck, a chaperone must be present at all times. I'd hate to hear the story that brought this law into effect.

Nebraska - Got herpes and living in Nebraska? It's illegal for you to get married.

Nevada - It is perfectly legal to hang someone if they shot your dog.

New Hampshire - Keeping a beat of a song or incessant tapping or clapping is considered a crime.

New Jersey - In Blairstown, New Jersey, any "shade" tree that is blocking a light or air source must be chopped down.

New Mexico - Driving or riding an ATM in Mountain View Cemetery in Deming, New Mexico is a big no-no. They don't want anyone to have any fun.

New York - Flirting can land you a $25 fine.

North Carolina - Impotency is considered probably cause for ending a marriage. Ouch.

North Dakota - Pretzels and beer cannot legally be served simultaneously by any establishment.

Ohio - Any business that has slot machines in a public restroom is deemed unfit. Sounds genius but unsanitary.

Oklahoma - Better not try to read Playboy or Hustler while driving in this state.

Oregon - Do you enjoy talking dirty with your partner during sex? Well, don't move to Oregon.

Pennsylvania - There is a state-wide limit of sixteen adult women per house. So much for opening my brothel in PA.

Rhode Island - Remember that time when you threw pickle juice on your friend while riding the trolley? That could've landed you in jail if it had happened in Rhode Island.

South Carolina - It is illegal to kill anyone while you are attempting to commit suicide.

South Dakota - Don't fall asleep in a cheese factory in South Dakota any time soon.

Tennessee - In Memphis, women are only allowed to drive cars if a man is walking beside or in front of the car waving a red flag to warn other drivers and pedestrians.

Texas - While it's legal to shoot a buffalo from the first or third story of a hotel, shooting one from the second story can lead to jail time.

Utah - It is considered a crime to promote an auction with any sort of trombone music.

Vermont - All women must get permission from their husband before being fitted for dentures or else!

Virginia - Only political candidates are allowed to bribe or blackmail people without receiving punishment. I thought that was a national law?

Washington - It is illegal to place live hypnotized people in store display windows in Everett, Washington.

West Virginia - Don't make fun of someone for denying your duel in WV.

Wisconsin - When two trains come to a stop at an intersection, neither may move until the other does.

Wyoming - No photos of live or dead rabbits allowed between January and April.

Sources:

http://www.idiotlaws.com