Iowa Dumb Laws

No Mustached Men Kissing in Public?

This claim pops up on many “weird law” lists, but there’s no statute in Iowa banning mustached men from kissing women in public. We found no trace of it in the Iowa Code or any city ordinances. Consider it another mustachioed myth.

Piano Tuning Fee Law?

Some sites claim Iowa has a quirky rule requiring piano tuners to charge a fee. But despite digging through the Iowa Code, we found no such law or regulation. It may have originated from a misinterpreted tax rule — or someone just hit a wrong note.

No Fake Butter in State Prisons?

This one sounds plausible, especially in a dairy-loving state like Iowa. But we couldn’t locate any official law or prison regulation banning margarine in correctional facilities. Until a statute surfaces, it’s just buttered-up hearsay.

Don’t Use a Dead Person’s Parking Permit

While it’s definitely illegal to misuse a handicap placard in Iowa, there’s no unique statute addressing the use of a deceased person’s permit. Violators could be charged under general fraud or misrepresentation laws, but this specific scenario isn’t singled out. Still, it’s absolutely unethical and often enforced.

No Red Flags on Ice Cream Trucks 

 Ice cream trucks in Iowa must not use red flags – it’s reserved for hazardous materials. So, sweet treats must keep their signal gear in check. Source