Thursday, September 30, 2010
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.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
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)
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
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.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
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?
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?
Monday, September 13, 2010
No Nukes in Colorado
In Colorado, it is illegal to possess a nuclear weapon. (Colo. Stat. § 18-12-109)
Friday, September 10, 2010
Jane Doe v. An Egg
In Louisiana, an in vitro fertilized ovum may sue and be sued. (La. Civil Code § 9:124)
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
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)
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