Crazy Laws ~~ Connecticut

Throughout history there have been laws passed and laws removed from the books. Depending on what era you grew up in, I'm sure all the laws made sense at that time. As time has progressed, some of the laws that could be deemed crazy, weird, or just plain stupid have managed to slip through the filter and remain intact. 

These are a few of the crazy laws that are still on books in these here United States of America, Connecticut. 

1.  It is unlawful to walk backwards after sunset. If walking backwards is your thing, then by all means, have at it. But don't let the authorities catch you. 

2.   It is illegal to dispose of used razor blades. Yeah, unless you like sporting the razor burned and infected look, I'd advise that you take a chance on this one. Hey, who would know anyway?

3.  It is illegal to educate dogs. So, teaching Fido to fetch and roll over is actually against the law, huh? 

4.  A 16-year-old boy could be put to death if he "cursed, struck, or disobeyed" his parents or was "stubborn or rebellious". Wow... I thought we had it bad growing up getting the spit slapped out of our mouths.

5.  Any dogs with tattoos must be reported to the police.  So much for tattoo dog license. 

6.  In Bloomfield, it is against the law to eat in your car. 

7.  In Guilford, only white Christmas lights are allowed for display.

8.  In New Britain, it is illegal for fire trucks to exceed 25 mph, even when going to a fire.

9.  In Southington, silly string is banned.

10.  In order for a pickle to officially be considered a pickle, it must bounce.