These 10 Crazy Laws in Missouri Will Leave You Scratching Your Head in Wonder
Stephanie Butler
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Every state has its own special quirks, and, of course, Missouri is no different. Crazy laws are ubiquitous all across America, and while most of these laws are outdated and no longer enforced, they’ve stood the test of time and are still on the books. We wanted to share these weird laws in Missouri that will leave you scratching your head in wonder. You might have even broken some of these crazy laws in Missouri without realizing it!
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Do you know of any other strange laws in Missouri? How many of these strange Missouri laws have you broken?
Despite these weird laws, living in Missouri really is quite delightful. Here’s why living in Missouri is the best!
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What's living in Missouri like?
Despite all the above weird laws, living in Missouri really is quite delightful! We have four seasons, lots of natural wonders, and tons of top-rated attractions. How much do we love Missouri? Let us count the ways:
- The state capital is stunning.
- There's an entire underworld of glorious caves to explore.
- Missouri is the "Gateway to the West" (and we have a fabulous arch to prove it!)
- The barbecue here is out of this world.
- There are world-class attractions.
- Missouri has an amazing professional sports scene.
What are some strange things about living in Missouri?
As the above list of bizarre and weird laws in Missouri indicates, there are some strange things about living in the Show-Me State such as the following:
- Rural traffic jams (yes -- they are a thing!)
- Toasted ravioli (it's the best!)
- Debates about the state's pronunciation -- sometimes it’s Missour(ee) and sometimes it’s Missour(uh)
- The whole confusing "Kansas City" issue (yes, it's in Missouri!)
Missouri has some unique quirks and oddities.
What are some fun facts about Missouri?
Missouri is a downright interesting state, full of unique history and facts! such as the following:
- Mark Twain hailed from the Show-Me State, and that's something we're very proud of.
- The ice cream cone was invented during the St. Louis World Fair in Missouri in 1904.
- The most powerful earthquake to ever strike the United States occurred in 1811 and was centered in New Madrid, Missouri. The quake shook more than one million square miles and was felt as far as 1,000 miles away.
- The first successful parachute jump to be made from a moving airplane was made by Captain Berry at St. Louis, in 1912.