Georgia Dumb Laws

No Ice Cream Cone in Your Back Pocket

This quirky law was originally intended to stop horse thieves who tempted animals away using sugary snacks hidden in their pockets. The oddest part? It’s only enforceable on Sundays. As for why that specific day was chosen – that’s anyone’s guess. Source 

Don’t Fork that Fried Chicken

A 1965 ordinance in Gainesville makes it illegal to eat fried chicken with a fork. What began as a tongue-in-cheek law is still technically on the books – meaning fried chicken is legally a hands-on experience. Source 

You Can’t Keep a Donkey in a Bathtub 

After a donkey was swept away in a 1920s flood, Georgia lawmakers took an unusual step: they banned giving donkeys baths. The law may sound absurd, but it’s a real response to a soggy slice of state history. Source 

No Tying a Giraffe to a Telephone Pole 

We’re not sure who inspired this legislation, but Georgia once felt compelled to weigh in on giraffe logistics. The law forbids tying a giraffe to a telephone pole. So if you’ve got a towering companion, you had better find alternative parking. Source

No Cussing on the Phone

In Georgia, dropping F-bombs (or other profanities) on a phone call could land you in legal hot water, especially if it’s aimed at 911 operators or kids. Obscene language in the wrong context? That’s a misdemeanor. Source