Every state has them: old, outdated laws that, to today's modern society, seem downright strange, bizarre, and weird. As time passes, many forget about these archaic laws, which most often are not enforced, or even well-known. So, if you find yourself reading the following list of weird laws in Kentucky, and worrying that you might have broken one or two, rest assured that you're fine -- and your secret's safe with us! Today we're having a little fun and checking out 14 weird laws in Kentucky that are just plain silly. The real question is, why were they even enacted in the first place? What transpired to create such a specific, bizarre law? Let's take a look...
1. In London, Kentucky, it is illegal to engage in sexual activities on a parked motorcycle.
2. In Kentucky, it is illegal to go fishing with a bow and arrow.
We know there are some big fish floating around the rivers and lakes of the Bluegrass State, but, really?
3. Women living in Owensboro may be fashion experts, but if they find a hat they particularly like, they need to obtain their husband’s permission before making the purchase.
Now this one just ruffles our feathers!
4. No bullying store clerks, or fellow shoppers, in Kentucky!
It is illegal to force a person into a store in order to make a sale.
5. No dying chicks, ducklings, or baby bunnies the color blue in Kentucky.
No one shall dye blue *and* sell baby ducks, chicks or rabbits, unless doing so in groups of six or more. Otherwise they will face a fine of $500. This is an incredibly specific rule that probably has a very good story behind it... we're just not sure what!
6. Each citizen of Kentucky is required to shower once each year.
Do baths count?
7. Anyone who has been drinking is deemed "sober" until they cannot hold onto the ground.
So, we're guessing this cute little kitty cat might have had a few too many...
8. In Kentucky, it is against the law release a feral hog back into the wild.
In terms of weird laws in Kentucky, this is surely at the top of the list!
9. In Kentucky, a woman can only marry the same man three times.
This really is for the best. The poor guy would probably be quite confused after three different times down the aisle to the same bride!
10. In Franklin County, you are not allowed to trade horses after dark.
Keep your horse trading for daylight hours, Franklin County!
11. In Kentucky, it used to be illegal work on a Sunday!
While this law has since been repealed, in the past you could be fined $50 if you were found to be working on Sunday. Clergy members, athletic game officials, and certain businesses were excluded from the law.
12. In Kentucky, women in bikinis used to require police protection.
Until this law was recently repealed, bikini-wearing women weighing between 90-199 pounds could not walk down a Kentucky highway without an officer or other professional guarding them. The weight restrictions seem a bit odd, but we’re sure lawmakers’ intentions were in the right place and focused on the women’s protection??
13. In Kentucky, you can't walk around with an ice cream cone in your pocket.
We have so many questions. Does sorbet count? Gelato? Rainbow sherbet? We need to know!
14. It is illegal to throw flowers at a public speaker in Kentucky.
The same applies to eggs! Don't throw things at public speakers, Kentuckians!
So.. what do you think? Which of these weird laws in Kentucky did you know about? Which have you broken? Are there any other weird laws in Kentucky you'd add to the list?
Looking for more weird facts and tidbits about the Bluegrass State? Here are 16 fun facts about Kentucky you probably didn't know!
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