Think Utah is all temples, trails, and tight-knit towns? Think again. Hidden in the state’s law books are some truly bizarre rules that sound more like urban legends than real legislation. From restrictions on throwing snowballs to laws that make flirting a fineable offense, these head-scratchers will leave you wondering what lawmakers were thinking — and how these laws are still technically on the books today.

Dumb laws are always fun to go over because you just keep thinking to yourself, "How did this ever become a law?"

#8 St. George, Utah
You have 2 days to bury your pet after it has passed away or you are violating the law! I don't know anyone that wants to keep their deceased pet for day before burying it but how dare government tell me what to do.

#7 Logan, Utah
It is illegal for women to swear. Huh. This does not effect me but I know a few women who have a few words that they would like to express.

#6 Salt Lake County
You absolutely may not walk down the street carrying a violin in a paper bag. This sounds completely made up. Why on earth did anyone ever think this was necessary?

#5 Trout Creek, Utah
Whachu doing Trout Creek? It is illegal for pharmacists to sell gunpowder to cure headaches.....OK, anyone know someone who has tried this?

#4 Provo, Utah
No throwing snowballs...or other missiles. They can't handle it. Got it.

#3 Salt Lake City, Utah
You guys are totally missing out. It is illegal to herd sheep down the street in SLC. We are so glad this isn't the case in Cedar City!

#2 Utah
It is illegal to kill your chickens, not even to eat them or get rid of the rooster you are not supposed to have, unless......you can give them a "Tasteful Execution," whatever that is. Someone please message me and tell me what that means. Hahahaha.

And #1 is Salt Lake County, Utah again.
It is illegal to advertise an auction by hiring trombone players to play on the street. Government is always taking away all of the fun.

Wanna check out gun laws too?
Read More Here →Where Can I Carry My Gun In Utah?

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