I’m sure everyone has heard of a few strange laws in their day, but did you know there are some pretty weird laws in Indiana? There are actually many weird laws in “The Hoosier State.” Brace yourself though, because you’re bound to be shocked by these 10 crazy laws in Indiana.

1. Baths are not allowed from October to March.
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(It's going to be a pretty gross winter...)
2. You'll be charged $3 per deck if caught playing cards.
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(Sorry Euchre fans...)
3. Anyone working in the state government caught privately dueling will be immediately fired.
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(Wait, are public duels allowed?)
4. If you charge money for a puppet show, you'll be fined $3.
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(Apparently puppet shows are immoral...be sure to up-charge your guests to cover this fine!)
5. Every male between the ages of 18-50 must work six days per year on public Indiana roads.
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(I think every man I know is going to jail...)

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6. Forging a check is punishable by a public flogging.
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(Up to 100 stripes! Ouch...!)
7. Moustaches are illegal if you tend to kiss others.
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(Looks like No Shave November is off...)
8. If crossing the highway by foot at night, you can't wear tail lights.
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(...what?)
9. Sheets in hotels must measure 99" long by 81" wide...exactly.
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(...or else what?)
10. It's illegal to catch a fish with your bare hands.
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(I'm not sure why you would want to, but you have to wonder what happened to cause this law to be written...)

Are you familiar with any of these crazy laws in Indiana? Are you guilty of breaking any? Let us know in the comments below. Also, if there are any other crazy laws we should know about, be sure to share those as well.

 

 

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Jennifer Young | February 16, 2022

What's one illegal thing in Indiana that surprises most people?

There are several illegal things in Indiana that surprise most people. One of them is that it's illegal to back into a parking spot. The reason why is because it prevents law enforcement from seeing the vehicle's license plate. So, you'll want to think twice before backing into a parking spot.

Where will you find one of the strangest things in Indiana?

You'll discover some of the strangest things in Indiana, including the "World's Largest Egg" in Mentone. Made from 3,000 pounds of concrete, it's a strange, yet unique, statue that stands in the middle of town. It's a definite must-see.

What are 10 fun facts about Indiana that many people may not know about?

1. The name "Indiana" stands for Land of the Indians. However, less than 8,000 Native Americans live in Indiana today.

2. Approximately 90% of the world's popcorn comes from Indiana. Indiana was also the birthplace of Orville Redenbacher.

3. Indianapolis, Indiana hosted Elvis Presley's very last concert in Market Square Arena in 1977.

4. Indiana is one of thirteen states in the country with more than one time zone.

5. North America's first theme park ever built was in Santa Claus, Indiana on August 3, 1946.

6. Indiana is home to the "World's Largest Christmas Tree." It's located in Indianapolis and boasts 52 strands of garland and 4,784 lights.

7. The Lewis & Clark Expedition began in Clarksville, Indiana in October of 1803.

8. The North Pole doesn't receive letters for Santa Claus. Instead, Santa Claus, Indiana does. Every letter also receives a reply.

9. Thanks to its 32 covered bridges, Parke County, Indiana is known as the "Covered Bridge Capital of the World."

10. Indiana native Syvanus F. Bower was responsible for inventing the world's first real gas pump.

 

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