Laws are often made to protect citizens from crime and make society run smoothly. But in these countries some laws are very unique and often does not make sense. If you are visiting these places, you must know these peculiar laws or you might end up behind the bars. Here are some of the most weirdest laws from around the world that will surely leave you puzzled.
Chewing gum is banned in Singapore
Often, we find ourselves chewing gum just to pass time but in Singapore that might land you up to two years in jail. The possession and use of chewing gum have been banned in Singapore since 1992. The government of Singapore has done this to protect the citizens against health risks and to keep the environment clean. However, this law was relaxed after 2004 and people can now have chewing gums on doctor’s prescription
Forgetting wife’s birthday a crime in Samoa, Oceania
For a lot of people forgetting their wife’s birthday might not be a big deal but not in Samoa, here if the wife complains about this, the husband can be locked up in jail. If a husband forgets his wife’s birthday for the first time, he is warned. If he repeats the same mistake for a second time, then the husband is fined or faces a jail sentence.
Not taking dog out for walk is a crime in Turin, Italy
If you own a dog in Turin, Italy you need to take them out for a walk three times a day. The actually requires you to walk it outside or you could get a hefty fine of up to 500 euros ($650). Italy has been a nation that loves animals and this is done to take their rights into consideration as well.
Changing light bulbs is illegal in Victoria, Australia
Under a bizarre law in Victoria, if you are not a licensed electrician you cannot change the lightbulbs. Only certified electricians change lightbulbs even at people’s homes. This step is taken to protect people from getting electrocuted and further damaging property.
Feeding pigeons is fined in Venice, Paris
For anyone who has visited to famous tourist attractions in Italy they must be well aware about the large number of pigeons that have created a menace in Italy. In Italy these pigeons literally steal from the tourist and pose a health risk to them. By 2008 the government was so done with the pigeons that to stop them from damaging the property, feeding pigeons has been banned in in Venice’s famous St. Mark’s Square.