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It is illegal to drive blindfolded in...
Alabama!
Sounds like word didn't make it to everyone in the Yellowhammer State about the common phrase "Keep your eyes on the road." One Alabama law prohibits driving while blindfolded. Our eyes are wide open after hearing this one!
It is illegal to place a coin in ones' ear in...
Hawaii!
Magic shows must be boring in the Rainbow State. Apparently, this strange law was enacted to protect the Kingdom of Hawaii coinage, when Hawaii officially joined the United States in 1900.
It is illegal to wear a sleeveless shirt in public in...
Maine!
You definitely won't like this one if you're a fan of muscle tees: In Baltimore, it's technically considered a park rule violationto be in a public park with a sleeveless shirt (yes, even if you're out for a run)!
It is illegal to sit on sidewalks in...
Nevada!
The Silver State never sleeps — or even rests for that matter. It's unlawful to sit or lie down on public sidewalks in Reno, Nevada, as it interferes with the primary purpose of the sidewalk and threatens public safety.
It is illegal to sleep in a cheese factory in...
South Dakota!
Apparently, this was outlawed with the same logic behind not falling asleep at the wheel. It's not the wisest idea to be operating large machinery while dozing off; however, if the cheese is packaged you're in the clear to work around the clock!
It is illegal for a donkey to sleep in a bathtub in...
Arizona!
In the 1920's, a local dam broke, flooding a rancher's home. The rancher's donkey had become accustomed to sleeping in the bathtub, which filled with water and whisked him miles away. After working to rescue the animal, the town passed a lawthat prohibits donkeys from sleeping in the bathtub (though it's okay for them to stand in one!).
It is illegal to ride a horse faster than 10mph in...
Indiana!
Hopefully your horse has a speedometer! No horse shall be "driven" at a speed above 10 MPH in Indiana, due to high-speed horse races back in the day.
It is illegal to sell your vehicle on Sunday in...
Michigan!
This law was enacted way back in 1953: It is unlawful to sell, trade or buy motor vehicles on a Sunday in Michigan due to religious reasons. According to the Wolverine State, time is better spent with family, friends or at church.
It is illegal to pick up seaweed off the beach in...
New Hampshire!
In 1973, New Hampshire outlawed carrying or picking up seaweed off the beach at night. It's rumored that in colonial times, seaweed was used as fertilizer and was thus a hot commodity.
It is illegal to share your Netflix password in...
Tennesee
Passed in 2011, this law is directed at hackers who sell log-in credentials in bulk. However, other individuals (cough, your friends, cough) who share passwords and don't live under the same roof are also included. Oops!
It is illegal to honk your car horn near a sandwich shop after 9pm in...
Arkansas!
A hangry fool may be to blame for this law, but hey, most of the sandwich shops are closed in the sleepy state of Arkansas by 9 p.m. anyway. If you do feel the urge to honk after hours, you'll be disturbing the peace and you'll still be hungry.
It is illegal to screech your tire in...
Kansas!
Another disturbing-the-peace victim for ya! If you live in Kansas, make sure your gears are greased and your tires are checked — as tire screeching is not only considered unlawful, but painfully annoying to listen to.
It is illegal to have dirty tires in...
Minnesota!
Driving through Minnesota soon? Make sure to get your car washed prior, as dirty tires are considered a public nuisance if they deposit mud, dirt, or other substances on a street or highway!
It is illegal to wear slippers after 10pm in...
New York!
Bad news for those who love rocking some fashionable, comfy slippers all day and night around the house: One old law says that slippers are not to be worn after dark in New York (though we can't imagine how this law exactly came about!).
It is illegal to sell a human eye in...
Texas!
Other human organs and tissues are included in this law, too — like the kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, bone or any other organ that doesn't include hair or blood.
It is illegal to keep a couch on a porch in...
Colorado!
Boulder busted the University of Colorado for burning couches, causing a law to go into effect that keeps couches and porches mutually exclusive. This law is currently active — but the verdict is still out as to whether it actually prevented any couch bonfires.
It is illegal to marry the same man 4 times in...
Kentucky!
According to Woman's Day, a law in Kentucky forbids a woman from marrying the same man more than three times. Hopefully, third time really is the charm!
It is illegal to wrestle a bear in...
Missouri!
We all love a good bear hug now and then, but the real deal is outlawed in Missouri. This law was initiated due to animal cruelty violations, and is still in effect today!
It is illegal to play Bingo while intoxicated in...
North Carolina!
How's this for a party foul you never saw coming? Apparently, it's illegal in North Carolina to sell or consume any alcoholic beverage in a room while a bingo game is being played.
It is illegal for a woman to wear fake teeth without her husband's approval in...
Vermont!
Here's one jaw-dropping law for you: In Vermont, it's technically mandatory for women to get written permission from their husbands if they want to opt for false teeth. Better let your hubby know you're eyeing those shiny veneers.
It is illegal to sell a pickle that doesn't bounce in...
Conneticut
Here's a law that puts Connecticut farmers in quite a pickle. In 1948, two men were arrested for selling pickles that were "unfit for human consumption." Discussing ways to check for good pickles, officials declared that a pickle is legitimate only if it bounces. The pickles in question did not bounce — so the two men were arrested and fined, and the pickles were destroyed!
It is illegal to send a surprise pizza to someone in...
Louisianna
Well, we sure do wish this would happen more to us, but sending an unprompted pizza is actually considered harassment in Louisiana! Triple check your address if you live in the Pelican State, or else you may be handing over a $500 fine.
It is illegal to give a rat as a present in...
Montana!
Bad news if you were planning to have a pet rat in Big Sky Country: In Montana, it is unlawful to raise, sell, or give away rats except as food for reptiles, birds of prey, or both.
It is illegal to shoot fireworks after 11pm in...
North Dakota!
Fourth of July must be pretty tame in Devils Lake, North Dakota. Fireworks are banned after 11 p.m., as it is a violation of disturbing the peace. However, you're safe to fire as early as 8 a.m. Fireworks and eggs, anyone?
It is illegal to go trick-or-treating after you are 14 years old in...
Virginia!
In Chesapeake City, children over the age of 14 are banned from trick-or-treating due to mass complaints of older teens wreaking havoc on Halloween. The same ordinance also prohibits trick-or-treating after 8 p.m.!