Weekend Challenge: Laws say what now??

[flipflop-diva.livejournal.com]

Hi everyone! Hope everyone is surviving. We all know there is a lot of not-so-fun or funny stuff going on in the world today, so in order to have a little bit of light-heartedness, for this weekend's challenge, I have a list of 17 laws that are very odd and kind of funny.

So pick a number or two or three from 1 to 17, and I will share with you these oddities, in the hopes that something will inspire you.

I'm going to be out for most of Saturday, so I'm going to give you till the end of Friday anywhere in the world to write at least 300 words or make at least 2 icons or an equivalent. I will then reward you with a drabble, an icon, words in a WIP or create a strange law in your honor that no one will have to follow :)

Comments

[bk_forever]

Could you toss a couple of random ones my way, please?

[flipflop-diva.livejournal.com]

Of course! Here you go!

1. Don’t let your donkey sleep in the bathtub in Arizona

(Although quirky, this law stems from an actual historical event. The story goes that in the 1920s, a rancher from Kingman, Arizona, would allow his hoofed friend to snooze in an abandoned tub on his property. But one day, a dam burst, flooding the area and taking the donkey for a wet and wild ride.)

6. Don't feed the pigeons in Singapore

(If caught feeding these feathered fiends, violators can face fines of up to S$10,000. This law helps control Singapore's invasive rock pigeon population, prevents the spread of diseases, and deters leftover food scraps from attracting other pests like cockroaches and rats.)

Good luck!

[bk_forever]

It's against the law to fed pigeons in a lot of places, although the fines might not be as steep elsewhere. Feral pigeons are a pain here in the UK, they're nesting under my neighbour's solar panels on his roof =/

Poor donkey!

Thank you!

[bk_forever]

Done! This one really took off on me.

Torchwood fic: What? is here... https://badly-knitted.livejournal.com/2601968.html

[erinm-4600.livejournal.com]

Hit me with No 4, please and thanks!

[flipflop-diva.livejournal.com]

Here you go! Good luck!!

4. Remember your high-heel permit in California

(While the belief that high-heel shoes are banned in California is a misconception, it stems from specific local regulations rather than a statewide law. In the coastal town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, an ordinance requires a permit for wearing heels over two inches high with a base of less than one square inch.

The rule was introduced to protect the city from liability due to its uneven sidewalks and cobblestone streets, which pose a tripping hazard. And, although the law is rarely enforced and permits are given freely, it serves as a precautionary measure to limit the city's legal responsibility in case of injuries.)

[thatwasjustadream (from livejournal.com)]

Excellent idea! :) I could use both a chuckle and the inspiration.

I would take two random prompts.

[flipflop-diva.livejournal.com]

You got it! Good luck!

9. Never pay Canadians in pennies

(The country's "no coin overload" law, part of the Currency Act, limits the number of coins you can use in a single transaction to prevent large payments made entirely in small change.

The rule restricts the use of pennies (though no longer in circulation) to 25 cents, nickels and dimes to $5, and $1 coins (loonies) and $2 coins (toonies) to $25 and $40, respectively.)

13. Hot pink trousers are illegal on Sunday afternoons in Austrailia

(Although this historical dress code, aimed at imposing moral standards and maintaining public decency, is no longer enforced, the ban on brightly coloured clothes after midday on the Sabbath is still officially on the books.)

[asphaltcowgrrl.livejournal.com]

I used to have a book with a bunch of funny laws in it! May I have two random prompts, please?

[flipflop-diva.livejournal.com]

Of course! Here you are, and good luck!

2. Check your pickle bounces in Connecticut

(This unusual regulation was passed in the 1940s after two men were arrested for selling spoiled pickles. At the time, no rigorous food safety standards were in place, prompting officials to devise a simple method to ensure pickle quality: the bounce test.

If a pickle bounces when dropped from a certain height, it indicates proper texture and firmness, deeming it fit for consumption. Conversely, a pickle that fails to bounce is considered rotten and unfit for sale, safeguarding public health.)

8. Keep the curtains closed when nude in Singapore

(In Singapore, it's illegal to walk around naked if you are visible to the public — even in the privacy of your own home! In alignment with the country's broader efforts to maintain moral standards, a glimpse of nudity through your window can lead to a fine of S$2,000.)

[asphaltcowgrrl.livejournal.com]

I'm late, but I finally finished something, woohoo! And thank you for both of these prompts. Went with the second one, but they're both great.

Not in Singapore (https://asphaltcowgrrl.livejournal.com/570101.html)

[agdhani.livejournal.com]

I'm out of town so may not be able to write much, but if you can throw me 10 &15 (or random ones if those are used) and I'll hope for a few spare moments :)

[flipflop-diva.livejournal.com]

You got it! Good luck with the words and the time!

10. Refrain from whistling in Petrolia, Ontario, Canada

(This small town's ban on "yelling, shouting, hooting, whistling, or singing" was established to maintain peace and quiet, reflecting the community's desire for a calm and orderly environment.

While most noise bylaws are typically enforced at night to prevent disturbances while people sleep, Petrolia's regulation is unusual because it applies 24 hours a day.)

15. While in the UK, don't handle a salmon under suspicious circumstances

(This peculiar provision is part of the Salmon Act of 1986, established to combat illegal fishing and protect salmon populations. It requires individuals to demonstrate the lawful provenance of any salmon they possess, thereby helping to ensure that fish stocks are managed sustainably.)

[cmk418]

I'm in. Definitely could use some lightheartedness right now (and probably some more sleep as well) Please give me your favorite random pick of whatever is left.

[flipflop-diva.livejournal.com]

Heh. I feel you on the more sleep. I can't help with that, but here is your funny law. I hope it helps with the lightheartedness!

3. Refrain from public hula-hooping in Las Vegas

(The ban of hula hoops on Vegas's Fremont Street, a famous strip known for its vibrant atmosphere and energetic street performers, is to ensure public safety and prevent congestion.

Using hula hoops in such a crowded environment can pose risks, including potential injuries, disruptions to pedestrian flow, and property damage.)