STRANGE LAWS

A woman may not drive a car unless a man walks in front of it, waving a white flag to warn approaching motorists or

pedestrians.

TRUE – Memphis, Tennessee

It’s illegal to break wind in a public place.

TRUE – Malawi

It’s illegal to chew gum.

TRUE – Singapore

All meat sold at supermarkets must be labelled with its

farm of origin and the name and contact

number of the farmer.

FALSE

Only licensed electricians may change a light bulb.

TRUE – Australia

Those who drink and drive can be executed by firing squad.

TRUE – San Salvador

If a tourist knocks on your door and asks to use your toilet, you

must let them do so.

TRUE – Scotland

Taxi drivers are required by law to ask passengers if they’re carrying

smallpox or the plague.

TRUE – Britain

People who don’t take part in weekly government-run exercise classes must pay

higher taxes for their health care.

FALSE

It’s illegal for a woman to eat chocolate on public transport.

TRUE – Britain