Not Many People Realize That These 13 Things Are Actually Illegal In Georgia

We all know there are some strange things about Georgia. But unless you spend a lot of time looking through law books, you may not realize just how strange. There are some really weird laws in Georgia. It's true, not many people even realize that these things are illegal, and you're not very likely to be prosecuted for any of them. It's unknown why a lot of these laws even existed in the first place. Alas, we don't make the rules (or the laws). Check out this list of odd illegal things in Georgia and see how many you're guilty of.

1. The college town of Athens prohibits "human-produced sounds," including whistling, within 300 feet of a building on weeknights.

Guess that rules out whistling while you work!

2. In Columbus, Georgia it is illegal to sit on one’s porch in an indecent position.

Does that rule out yoga? What exactly constitutes an "indecent position?" Your guess is as good as ours.

3. In Acworth, all citizens must own a rake.

Lawn care is really important, guys.

4. In Atlanta, it is against the law to tie a giraffe to a telephone pole or street lamp.

We're not sure if this is an issue of damaging the city's utilities or upsetting the giraffe, but in any event, don't do it.

5. It is illegal to change the clothes on a storefront mannequin unless the shades are down.

Mannequins need privacy too, right?

6. In Marietta, although it is illegal to spit from a car or bus, citizens may spit from a truck.

So if ever there was a time to trade in that small car for a truck, it's now.

7. It is illegal to take a bath of orange peel.

This law was put into place after a lot of oranges rolled into the capital demanding compost instead.

8. In Quitman, It is illegal for a chicken to cross the road.

Probably because they're just so tired of being asked why.

9. It is illegal to say “Oh, Boy” in Jonesboro.

So they next time you're angry, I guess cursing is your best bet to avoid jail time. But speaking of cursing...

10. It is illegal to use profanity in front of a dead body that lies in a funeral home or in a coroner's office.

If you're thinking of attending your arch-nemesis's funeral, you might want to think twice. Or at least keep your thoughts to yourself.

11. In Dublin, it is unlawful for any person to play ball by throwing, catching, pitching or batting a ball on any public street, alley or sidewalk of the city.

So basically, they should just rid themselves of all happy children and excited puppies.

12. In Athens, adult bookstores may not sell alcohol.

Adult reading and alcohol just don't mix, so stop trying.

13. Goldfish may not be given away to entice someone to enter a game of bingo. It is illegal.

If they don't want to play, they just don't want to play, OK?!

Do you know of any other weird laws in Georgia? We'd love to hear more, we are always up for learning more fun facts about Georgia!