These 10 Crazy Laws In New Jersey Will Have You Scratching Your Head In Wonder

Laws are designed to set boundaries and establish order. Many make sense, while others are just plain strange or entirely outdated. Here are some of the craziest laws still on the books in New Jersey. Take a look, and see if you're guilty of breaking any of these weird laws in New Jersey! Don't worry - we won't tell.

1. It is illegal to pump your own gas.

Sure, you all know that we don't have to pump our gas but did you know that it is actually illegal?

2. It is illegal to wear a bulletproof vest while committing murder.

It is also illegal to commit murder. Apparently, you may serve additional time for wearing a bulletproof vest.

3. It is against the law for a man to knit during fishing season.

He needs to protect those precious reeling fingers.

4. It is illegal to slurp your soup.

Slurping may be considered rude in other places but in New Jersey it is illegal.

5. It is illegal to delay or detain a homing pigeon.

They are working and homing pigeons are no joke. Mess with one and you could end up in the slammer (or at least be hit with a fine).

6. It is illegal for a car to pass a horse-drawn carriage.

This one makes a little more sense in Amish country but in New Jersey? Really?

7. It is illegal to frown in Bernards Township.

If you're having a bad day, it's probably best not to leave your house.

8. Pickles are outlawed on Sundays in Trenton.

No pickles are allowed in the state capital on Sundays.

9. It is illegal to boil bones on your property in Sea Isle City.

We guess that means no bone broth stew here?

10. Cats must warn birds of their whereabouts in Cresskill.

It's more up to the owner than the cat. They must wear bells on their collars at all times.

Which of these weird laws in New Jersey do you find strangest? Are there any other weird state or local laws that you would add to this list? Let us know in the comments.