Sexual Assault of an Animal?

In Oregon, the law prohibits the sexual assault of an animal "or animal carcass." (Ore. Stat. § 167.333) I don't want to know what prompted their legislature to believe this law was needed.

Maui Gasoline Limit

Say you run out of gas, and the car stops partially on the highway or sidewalk. Someone brings gasoline to you, either a good Samaritan or a gas station employee who charges you an exhorbitant amount. Either way, in Maui County, they cannot bring you more than two gallons. (Ordinances Sec. 8.12.030)

Opium Dens in Montana

In Baker, Montana, it is a misdemeanor to operate an opium den. (Code of Ordinances Sec. 9.28.010). Guess the state laws aren't tough enough for them? Or maybe there was no such state law in 1915, when this ordinance was passed. It's also a misdemeanor to visit any place where opium is sold or given away with the intent to smoke it. So put that in your pipe and . . . well, you know.

Books and Massages Don't Mix (Apparently)

In Bullhead City, Arizona, you may not operate a "massage establishment" in a bookstore. (Ord. 93-629 § 1)

I understand paranoia that massage parlors may be a front for prostitution, but are these city leaders afraid that massage parlors may encourage people to read?

No Nukes in Colorado

In Colorado, it is illegal to possess a nuclear weapon. (Colo. Stat. § 18-12-109)

Jane Doe v. An Egg

In Louisiana, an in vitro fertilized ovum may sue and be sued. (La. Civil Code § 9:124)

Michigan: Disturb Church and Go to the Preacher's Office!

In Michigan, "judges, mayors, and aldermen," when they view someone disturbing church services, may "order the offender into the custody of . . . any official member of the church or society so assembled or disturbed, for safe keeping," until he makes bail or has trial. (Mich. Stat. § 752.528)