America prides itself on being the land of the free, but sometimes, the law books tell a different story. Buried in state and local statutes are some of the strangest, most ridiculous laws you’ll ever encounter. While some are relics of a bygone era, others are so absurd they’ll leave you wondering, “Who thought this was necessary?”

Here are some of the most bizarre laws still technically enforceable today:

1. No Ice Cream in Your Pocket (Alabama)
   • This law was created to prevent horse theft, as sneaky thieves would lure horses with ice cream. It’s unclear why your pocket would be involved, but it’s best to play it safe.
2. No Fishing While on a Giraffe (Illinois)
   • The origins of this law are murky, but if you’re planning a fishing trip in Illinois, leave your giraffe at home.
3. No Fake Mustaches in Church (Alabama)
   • If your fake mustache causes laughter during a church service, you could face fines. Somewhere, a pastor is saying, “Amen” to this law.
4. Don’t Drive Blindfolded (Alabama)
   • Believe it or not, this needed to be explicitly outlawed. The fact that it’s written down makes you wonder how many people tried it.
5. No Exploding Golf Balls (Massachusetts)
   • It’s illegal to sell exploding golf balls in Massachusetts. Golf pranks, beware!
6. No Hunting Camels (Arizona)
   • A leftover law from when camels were used as pack animals, hunting them is still off-limits in Arizona.
7. No Singing Off-Key (North Carolina)
   • You may want to rehearse before singing in public in North Carolina, where being off-key could land you in trouble.
8. No Pinball for Minors (South Carolina)
   • Pinball was once associated with gambling, so minors are still banned from playing in some places.
9. No Sleeping in Cheese Factories (South Dakota)
   • Apparently, cheese factories were once so comfy that this law had to be created.
10. Don’t Sell Your Eye (Texas)

• It’s illegal to sell your eyeball in Texas. Why this needed clarification is anyone’s guess.

While most of these laws are rarely enforced, they serve as a humorous reminder that not all legislation stands the test of time. Perhaps it’s time for a little legal housecleaning.