Since the founding of our nation almost 250 years ago, laws have been in existence. Indeed, most laws are necessary in order for civilization to thrive. However, some laws are simply bizarre- how did they ever come to pass or why was there a need to pass such laws to begin with! Well we’ve made a list of 20 absolutely wonky and weird laws that are still very much illegal in Pennsylvania. Some of them will surely surprise you!
Weird Pennsylvania Laws Pt I:
1. It is illegal to sing in a bathtub.
2. It is illegal to catch a fish using any other body part except your mouth.
3. It is illegal to sleep on top of a refrigerator outdoors.
4. You can’t be governor if you’ve ever participated in a duel.
5. In Bensalem, bingo is only for non-felons. 6. In Tarentum, it’s illegal to tie a horse (but not a dog) to a parking meter or streetlight pole..
7. It is illegal to put pretzels in a bag.
8. In Morrisville, a woman can’t wear makeup without a permit.
9. It is illegal to use a gun at a wedding.
10. It is illegal to have over 16 women live in a house together.
Part II:
11. It is illegal to purchase a vehicle on Sundays.
12. All liquor stores must be run by the state.
13. It is illegal to ride in a boat on a trailer while it is being driven on a highway — same goes for mobile homes on trailers.
14. A bedroom may not be more than 200 feet from a bathroom.
15. It is illegal to hunt in cemeteries.
16. It is unlawful for a person to use or possess Goldfish or Koi as bait while fishing.
17. It is illegal to pay a psychic or fortune-teller to predict the future.
18. It’s illegal to shoot anyone with a paintball gun if they aren’t playing the game with you. 19. It is illegal to hunt and kill animals who are treading water.
20. No bartering infant children (this is a no-brainer).