13 Colorado Laws That Will Leave You Shaking Your Head

Colorado has a knack for leaving its residents and guests speechless; the amazing views, diverse culture, and amazing opportunities make for a unique experience that you won't find anywhere else. Here is another Colorado gem sure to leave you in awe (but not in a good way). A few of our bizarre, unexplained laws. Here are 13 of those weird laws in Colorado that will leave you shaking your head.

1. It is unlawful to lend your vacuum cleaner to your next-door neighbor. (Denver)

The guy down the street is fair game, though.

2. It is illegal to ride a horse while under the influence. (Statewide)

Don't drink and ride; you may spill your Frost Brewed Coors Light.

3. Throwing missiles at cars is illegal. (Alamosa)

Should we be concerned that this isn't a national law?

4. Car dealers may not show cars on a Sunday. (Statewide)

We actually thought that this was a national law until we moved to Kansas for school and discovered otherwise. Ope.

5. Boulders may not be rolled on city property. (Boulder)

Sorry, Boulderites; no Indiana Jones role playing for you!

6. It is illegal to let a dandelion grow within the city limits. (Pueblo)

How will they make their wishes?

7. Catapults may not be fired at buildings. (Aspen)

..at least you can still fire a missile at their car? We guess????

8. One may not mutilate a rock in a state park. (Statewide)

We can't think of a one-liner for this... just don't do it, k?

9. Keeping a house where unmarried persons are allowed to have sex is prohibited. (Alamosa)

You need to head elsewhere for those shenanigans!

10. Residents may not own chickens, but may own up to three turkeys. (Louisville)

Potato, potahto.

11. Couches may not be placed on outside porches. (Boulder)

Tough luck, Fido.

12. It is illegal for a man to kiss a woman while she is asleep. (Logan County)

This law came about after a wife became tired of her husband's morning breath (obviously).

13. It is illegal to bring your horse or pack mule above the ground floor of any building. (Cripple Creek)

Though elephants and zebras are always welcome!

Which of these dumb laws in Colorado did you find most ridiculous? Have you ever broken any of them? We bet you have, you criminal mastermind, you. When it comes to strange laws, there are some weird ones in every state, so all of us are guilty. Which weird laws in Colorado are your favorites? Tell us by filling out this form; we love hearing from you.