By Jasreet Kaur18, Feb 2024 08:00 AMjagranjosh.com
Weirdest Legal Laws
There are different sets of laws for different countries. Here are some laws that will leave you scratching your heads and wondering. Tap to read!
Swiss Silence at Night: Toilet-Flush Curfew
To prevent disturbing neighbours, it is forbidden in Switzerland to flush the toilet in apartment buildings after 10 p.m.
Thai Royal Respect: No Stepping on the King's Image
In Thailand, stepping on money, which bears the image of the king, is considered disrespectful and can lead to legal consequences.
Japanese Waist Watchers: Regulations on Waist Size
To fight obesity, Japan has regulations that set a maximum waist size for people between the ages of 40 and 74.
Singapore Chewing Gum Ban
In Singapore, chewing gum was banned for many years to maintain public cleanliness, though the law has been a bit relaxed with restrictions.
Australian Cat Burglar Chic
Since black clothing, felt shoes, and black shoe polish on the face are indicators of a potential cat burglar, it is against the law to walk the streets in Australia.