These 10 Crazy Laws in Utah Will Leave You Scratching Your Head in Wonder

An internet search for "weird laws in Utah" churns out tons of results – many of which aren’t accurate. In fact, when we started researching this article, we found all kinds of claims about illegal things in Utah, but couldn’t locate many of them in any ordinance or code. However, we were able to find a few weird laws in Utah that are actually on the books. Some make sense, while others will have you scratching your head.

1) Throw Rocks Somewhere Else

Logan has a law against throwing rocks "to annoy any traveler or pedestrian." Unless, of course, you get the property owner’s permission; then you can be as annoying as you'd like.

2) Bury Your Pet Promptly

In St. George, you have two days to bury a deceased pet. Forget sitting Shiva or holding a wake.

3) Wait Until You’re Acknowledged

In Price, it’s against the law to interrupt the city engineer while he is engaged in official duty. We wonder if his secretary is aware of this law?

4) Whale Hunting is Illegal

Those plans you had to harpoon a whale in the Great Salt Lake have just been thwarted.

5) Don’t Mess With the Milkman

In Salt Lake City, you can only have "casual contact" with the milkman. There are no laws on the books regarding the gardener or the paperboy, in case you’re wondering.

6) Bait Your Hook Properly

While you’re fishing, you cannot use or possess corn or hominy. Maybe fish are so wild about our Utah sweet corn that it’s an unfair advantage...but hominy? Really? We're pretty sure a fat, juicy worm would be more appetizing.

7) No Sheep Herding Down the Streets of Salt Lake City

You can’t just drive your animals down any street in the city - unless the mayor gives you permission.

8) You Must Drive on the Road

It’s illegal to drive on the sidewalk. Why the Utah state legislature thought this one had to be on the books is beyond us...seems like a no-brainer. Maybe Utahns watch too many action movies?

9) “Look Ma, No Hands!” is Illegal

Utah mothers must have lobbied for this one. In Utah, you’re required to keep one hand on the handlebars of your bike at all times. Because it's all fun and games...until someone gets hurt.

10) Keep Your Potty Mouth to Yourself

Swearing is illegal in Logan. So when your kids are driving you to insanity, you can’t say those words you’d like to say. Also illegal: "fighting words." That oughta shut your kids up - tell little Joey that if he doesn’t stop threatening to punch his brother, you’ll have him arrested.

Go ahead, be honest. How many times have you broken the law? (Your secret’s safe with us.)

So, did you know about these weird laws in Utah? Know of any other strange things about Utah? Or, maybe you have some fun facts about Utah? Tell us!

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