Weirdest Laws In Georgia

Some of the weirdest laws are localized. Throughout the state of Georgia, numerous strange ordinances have been enacted by town councils and county commissioners, rivaling the behavior of lawmakers at the state level.

Athens-Clarke county seems to have a multitude of weird laws. According to Only in Your State, adult bookstores are not allowed to sell any alcoholic beverages. If you are thinking of reading aloud to your friends in public, you must do so before 2:45 a.m., or you may face a fine.

This county also prohibits giving away live goldfish to people, if the purpose is to lure them into a game of bingo. If you own a mule, don't allow it to roam around without any supervision in public, unless you are wanting a summons. If you are under the age of 16, you cannot play pinball after 11 p.m. in this part of Georgia. You are also not allowed to make noises that someone might consider disturbing at the county fair.

Thinking about having a going out of business sale? The officials here will allow it. But you are required to post a sign stating that you are going out of business. Sandy Creek Lake is a great place to visit. But don't think about taking a bath in it. Local law won't allow it (via Stupid Laws). Finally, bars and restaurants are not allowed to price their beer as "two for the price of one," or "buy one, get one free."