15 most weird rules of different nations all over the world
1.Only a qualified electrician is allowed to change a light bulb in Victoria, Australia.
Australia's second most populated state says it's illegal to change a light bulb unless you're a licensed electrician. Apparently, rebels who defy this law could receive a fine of up to AU$10 (£5.50).
2. Milan requires that citizens must smile at all times, or face a fine
Milan in Italy states that it is a legal requirement to smile at all times, except during funerals or hospital visits. Frowners could face a hefty fine.
3. In Florida, it is illegal to pass wind in a public place after 6pm on Thursdays
5.59pm is fine. You would be deemed to have been causing a public nuisance, so you best run home first to do it in a little bit of privacy.
4. In England, it is illegal to die in the Houses of Parliament
Milan in Italy states that it is a legal requirement to smile at all times, except during funerals or hospital visits. Frowners could face a hefty fine.
3. In Florida, it is illegal to pass wind in a public place after 6pm on Thursdays
5.59pm is fine. You would be deemed to have been causing a public nuisance, so you best run home first to do it in a little bit of privacy.
4. In England, it is illegal to die in the Houses of Parliament
This was voted the most ludicrous law in the UK in 2007. A spokesman for the House of Commons said: 'The people who know about these things here say there is no basis for such a law, not to say it does not exist somewhere in writing.
5. In Oklahoma, it is against the law to have a sleeping donkey in your bathtub after 7pm or make funny faces at dog.
Great if your donkey is awake and just enjoying a bit of relaxation time. Not so good if it has snoozed off in a lava of bubbles.you can also be fined, arrested or jailed for making ugly faces at a dog.
6. In Canada, by law, one out of every five songs on the radio must be sung by a Canadian
Great for Justin Bieber fans, not so great for the same. Part of the CRTC (Canadian Radio and Television Commission) that for both types of programming there has to be at least a fifth by Canadian performers.
7. It is forbidden to be fat in Japan In the country that brought us sumo wrestling
It is illegal to be fat. In 2009, lawmakers set a maximum waistline, meaning every man aged over 40 must not have a waistline measuring over 31ins, and every woman cannot measure over 35ins.
Great if your donkey is awake and just enjoying a bit of relaxation time. Not so good if it has snoozed off in a lava of bubbles.you can also be fined, arrested or jailed for making ugly faces at a dog.
6. In Canada, by law, one out of every five songs on the radio must be sung by a Canadian
Great for Justin Bieber fans, not so great for the same. Part of the CRTC (Canadian Radio and Television Commission) that for both types of programming there has to be at least a fifth by Canadian performers.
7. It is forbidden to be fat in Japan In the country that brought us sumo wrestling
It is illegal to be fat. In 2009, lawmakers set a maximum waistline, meaning every man aged over 40 must not have a waistline measuring over 31ins, and every woman cannot measure over 35ins.
8. Flushing the toilet after 10pm is illegal in Switzerland
Flushing the loo after 10pm in an apartment building is illegal in the country of Switzerland. The Government consider it noise pollution.
9. In Chicago, it is against the law to eat in a place that's on fire
No matter how good the pizza tastes, if the restaurant sets on fire – you can't stick around!
10. Running out of petrol is illegal on Germany's autobahn, and so is walking along it
So those who do break down must pull over and use their horn to attraction attention. The penalty is €80 (£65) for endangering other drivers.
Flushing the loo after 10pm in an apartment building is illegal in the country of Switzerland. The Government consider it noise pollution.
9. In Chicago, it is against the law to eat in a place that's on fire
No matter how good the pizza tastes, if the restaurant sets on fire – you can't stick around!
10. Running out of petrol is illegal on Germany's autobahn, and so is walking along it
So those who do break down must pull over and use their horn to attraction attention. The penalty is €80 (£65) for endangering other drivers.
11. In Saudi Arabia, Women not Allowed to Drive a Car
Saudi Arabia is the only country in the world where it is illegal for any woman to drive a car. Right now, it’s illegal for them to vote too, but King Abdullah declared that women will be able to vote and run in the 2015 local elections, as well as be appointed to the Consultative Assembly.
12. Minnesota’s Strangest Law
In Minnesota, USA, it is against the law to hang female and male underwear together on the same washing line.
13. Divorce is Illegal in Philippines and Vatican
You’re still not allowed to get a divorce in Philippines and Vatican. These are the only two countries in the world where divorce is illegal.
In Vatican, You are allowed a divorce even you wish for it. Philippine law, in general, does not provide for divorce for anyone living in the country. The only exception is with respect to Muslims, who are allowed to divorce in certain circumstances.
14. A ban on marriages between first cousins in Utah
In Utah you can marry your cousin, but only if you are both over the age of 65. Because, you know, when you turn 65 you’re known to have impeccable judgment.
15.Chewing gum is illegal in Singapore
Have you ever thought chewing gum may land you in prison? Yes, It’s happen! Chewing gum is completely illegal in Singapore since 1992. There is a ban on importing chewing gum into Singapore. Under the rule, only nicotine gum is allowed, but even then someone can get it from a doctor with a prescription. No gum is allowed to be bought or sold inside Singapore and there is a $500 fine for spitting out gum on the streets.
In Utah you can marry your cousin, but only if you are both over the age of 65. Because, you know, when you turn 65 you’re known to have impeccable judgment.
15.Chewing gum is illegal in Singapore
Have you ever thought chewing gum may land you in prison? Yes, It’s happen! Chewing gum is completely illegal in Singapore since 1992. There is a ban on importing chewing gum into Singapore. Under the rule, only nicotine gum is allowed, but even then someone can get it from a doctor with a prescription. No gum is allowed to be bought or sold inside Singapore and there is a $500 fine for spitting out gum on the streets.
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