7 bizarre laws across the globe
Laws differ from country to country, and many remain unheard of. Here are some of the most outdated and unbelievable laws that still exist across the world.
1. Swiss bomb shelters
In Switzerland, every citizen is required by law to have a bomb shelter or at least access to one.
2. Children under 12 banned from using phones
In Blue Earth Minnesota, USA, it is illegal for children under 12 years of age to speak on the phone unless they’re accompanied by a parent or guardian.
3. Can’t ride an ugly horse
In Wilbur, Washington it is illegal to ride a horse that is deemed to be ugly! Although it is unclear what constitutes an ugly horse.
4. First four firemen get paid
In Zeigler, Illinois, USA, only the first four men to make it to the scene will be paid.
5. Failed surgery = no hands
In Ancient Egypt, if a surgeon lost a patient while performing an operation on them, the surgeon's hands were cut off.
6. Too scruffy to drive
In Athens, a driver can have their licence taken away simply because they are deemed too scruffy or poorly dressed.
7. Criminal birthday offence
In Samoa, it is a crime to forget your wife’s birthday.
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