These 11 Crazy Laws In Oregon Will Leave You Scratching Your Head In Wonder

Oregon has many bizarre and outdated laws that are no longer enforced but remain on the books.

From roller rink weddings to whistling underwater, there’s got to be a story behind every law. We scoured DumbLaws.com to find the most ridiculous laws in Oregon that are still on the books. Most of these are no longer enforced, but they're very bizarre nonetheless.

11) It's Illegal To Use Canned Corn As Fishing Bait

But fish love corn. Only if it's canned though.

10) Juggling Is Illegal In Hood River Without A Permit

There goes my next career in Hood River.

9) It's Illegal To Own A Pet Reptile (Unless You're A School Or City) In Springfeild

I might be able to get on board with this one...

8) In Portland, It's Illegal To Get Married At A Roller Rink

Ugh. I'll try a bowling alley.

7) In Portland, It's Also Illegal To Wear Roller Skates In A Bathroom

Falling down in a puddle of pee must've been the inspiration for this one.

6) It Is Illegal For More Than Two People To Share A Single Drink

Disease spreading: avoided.

5) It's Illegal To Obstruct The Flow Of A Water Fountain

I have no idea what could've happened to prompt this law.

4) You May Not Whistle Underwater In Portland

Is it possible to whistle under water anyway?

3) It's Illegal To Walk Down The Street With Untied Shoes In Portland

Tripping incidents are down 300% since this helpful law was put into place! (Note: I just made that up)

2) In Marion, It's Illegal To Eat A Donut While Walking Backwards On A City Street

Fair enough. I get it.

1) It's Illegal To Predict The Future In Yamhill

It's also impossible.

Most of these laws are no longer enforced, but they sure are odd nonetheless!

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