Dumb Louisiana Laws: Which City Banned Communism?

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A peculiar ordinance in Louisiana forbids sneezing unless all windows and doors in a particular building are tightly sealed. Additionally, in one city, it’s forbidden to intentionally draw public attention by playing a musical instrument.

8 Funny Louisiana Laws

• Biting someone with your natural teeth is considered an assault. However, if you bite someone with dentures, it’s classified as aggravated assault.
• Since 1950, communism has been prohibited in Haines City.
• Catching a crawfish is deemed as theft.
• Robbing a bank and subsequently firing a water pistol at the attendant is illegal.
• In Lafayette: It is unlawful to play a musical instrument for the purpose of attracting attention.
• In New Orleans: It is illegal to tether alligators to fire hydrants.
• Performing rituals involving blood, urine or feces is prohibited.
• Sneezing is not permitted unless all windows are shut and sealed properly.