Illegal to hold salmon under suspicious circumstancesYou may face two years imprisonment if you are caught holding a salmon 'under suspicious circumstances'. Under Section 32 of the Salmon Act 1986, it's an offence to handle salmon under suspicious circumstances in England and Wales.
Illegal to let your chickens cross the road
This unusual law wants owners of chickens to keep their little birds under control. Georgia like to ensure the safety of their chicken because they eat fried chicken with bare hands. The law describes chicken as a "culinary delicacy sacred to its municipality".
Illegal to change light bulb unless you are a licensed electrician
Under the Victorian law, it is illegal to change a light bulb without a valid license. You may have to pay a fine of 10 Australian dollars if you do electrical works in your home. Better leave it to the professionals
In Milan, law compels you to smile
As per a city regulation from Austro-Hungarian times that was never repealed, it's a legal requirement to smile at all times except at funeral or hospitals in Milan, Italy.
It illegal not to walk your dog at least 3 times a day in Turin
To all dog owners, if yoou don't wish to shell out €500 from your pocket, then don't forget to walk your pets at least three times a day. Italy considers itself an animal-loving nation and in many cities stray cats
You must let anyone use your toilet if asked in Scotland
If someone knocks at your door asking to use your toilet in Scotland, you shouldn't deny as per law. This law derives its inspiration from the old Scottish common law regarding hospitality
It is illegal to forget your wife's birthday
If you don't want to get caught by the hands of law, better don't forget your wife's birthday in Samoa. You may have to serve prison sentence if you forget your wife's birthday, but it is unclear for how long the prison sentence is
Buy your burial plot before you die in France
It is a legal requirement to own a burial plot in Sarpourenx, France, before you die. People who die without a plot are 'severely punished'.
Bubble gum banned in Singapore
When heading to Singapore, see that you leave behind your habit of chewing bubble gums as they are banned in the island city-state, famous for cleanliness
No selfie with the Buddha in Sri Lanka
It is considered a sign of disrespect if you take a selfie with Buddha in Sri Lanka. You can even land in jail for doing so. It is also considered disrespectful to point your finger at Buddha