Weird laws in Massachusetts
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In Boston, duels can be carried out to death on Sunday as long as the governor is present.
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It is illegal to take a lion to the movies.
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At a wake, mourners may eat no more than three sandwiches.
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No gorillas are allowed in the back seat of cars.
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In Boston, it is illegal to bathe unless your doctor gives you a prescription. BUT, it’s also illegal not to bathe before going to bed in Boston.
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Goatees are illegal unless you obtain and pay for a license to wear your goatee in public.
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It is illegal in The Commonwealth of Massachusetts to scare a pigeon.
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Christmas has been illegal in Massachusetts since 1659. If you celebrate Christmas, you will be fined five shillings.
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In Boston, its illegal to play the fiddle.
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Roosters may not go into bakeries.
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Defacing a milk carton is punishable by a $10 fine in Massachusetts.
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It is illegal to give beer to hospital patients.
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False teeth must be removed during sexual intercourse.
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Stopping for red lights is not required by law unless they are flashing.
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Dogs are forbidden from riding in ambulances.
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Tomatoes may not be used in the production of clam chowder.
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You may not detonate a nuclear device in the city of Marlboro.
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Also in Marlboro, squirt guns are illegal to be bought, sold, or owned by anyone.
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Bullets may not be used as currency.
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In Boston, it is illegal to eat peanuts in church.
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Swearing is illegal inside city limits.
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Children may smoke, but it is illegal for children to purchase their own cigarettes..
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