There are so many crazy laws out there that are just a little bit strange, only a little
bit. Here are a few of them as we take a look at 5 WEIRDEST LAWS In The World.
Number 5 – It is illegal to flush the toilet after 10pm in Switzerland
According to the Swiss Homeowner’s Society it is illegal to flush the toilet after 10pm
if you live in a block of flats due to noise pollution. This law is a bit of a weird one
as it is partially true depending on how landlords interpret the law. Although not strictly ‘illegal’
there is a clause in Article 257f of the Swiss Homeowner’s Society that states that “a
tenant must be mindful of other tenants and neighbours” particularly if plumbing is
noisy meaning that flushing the toilet, using the shower or even peeing standing up after
10pm would be deemed as ‘inconsiderate’. Neighbours can subsequently report anyone
who decides to do relieve themselves at 10:01 at night, now that just takes the piss!
Number 4 – Citizens must smile at all times in Milan or risk a fine
Yes, this is no joke! Milan is the second most populated city in the whole of Italy
and is very big in world fashion and design attracting many tourists annually. However,
in Milan there is an old law that compels its citizens to smile at all times while in
public places with the exception of funeral and hospital visits. If you are caught not
smiling in a public place then you could risk a hefty fine of up to $100. This requirement
is believed to have stemmed from the nineteenth century when the Austrians ruled the city
of Milan. City Regulations imposed by the Austrians stated, “Down with grumbles, no
more glumness or long faces: in Milan law compels you to smile.” So if you ever find
yourself exploring the beautiful city of Milan, just make sure to turn your frown upside down.
Number 3 – It is illegal to fart in a public place after 6pm on Thursdays in Florida
Florida have got some very weird laws indeed, however, this law in particular is so bizarre
I cannot comprehend how it even exists! Why on a Thursday or why after 6pm? Either way,
the law states that it is illegal to break wind in a public place after 6pm on Thursdays
in Florida. If you somehow find yourself eating some beans on toast in Florida after 6pm,
maybe you should carefully reconsider that choice. That was you, not me!
Number 2 – It is illegal to be fat in Japan
Ahhh… Japan, the “Land of the Rising Sun” and the country that brought us Sumo Wrestling.
Ironically, it is illegal to be overweight in Japan if you are over the age of 40 years
old. Japanese men over the age of 40 must not have a waistline measuring over 33.5 inches.
Conversely, Japanese women over the age of 40 must not have a waistline over 35.5 inches.
Those exceeding these waistline guidelines would be deemed as breaking the law according
to the Japanese government and could find themselves being fined or having their government
health premium increased. In addition, those considered “at risk” would be referred
to seek medical advice through counselling and email and phone monitoring. This government
policy is known as, “Metabo Law” and there are annual mandatory check-ups of the waists
of over 40 year olds. The overall aim of this policy is to dramatically cut down obesity
by 25% in Japan.
Number 1 – It is against the law to have a sleeping donkey in your bathtub after 7pm
in Oklahoma
Now don’t you just hate the fact that it is illegal to have a sleeping donkey in your
bathtub after 7pm in Oklahoma? Who in their right mind would keep a f*ck*ng donkey asleep
in a bathtub after 7pm!? Only an ass would! Ha ha, see what I did there... By all means
your own ass can rest in the bathtub after 7pm but not that type of ass
if that even makes sense… You know what, just forget it, who
even decided to come up with that law and why does it even exist? It’s beyond me…
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