Most laws around the country are totally legitimate, but there are always those head-scratchers that make us wonder, who the heck came up with this?! And aren’t those the most interesting ones? Well, wacky or not, laws are the laws. And while you’ll probably be totally fine if you do break one of these weird Illinois laws, it’s still always a good idea to be on the right side of the law. Check out these 10 weird laws in Illinois that will make you do a double-take.
- In Normal, it is illegal to make faces at dogs.
David Locke/Flickr But seriously, how can you not smile back?
- It is illegal to give a pet a cigar.
Dennis Yang/Flickr What is wrong with people?
- It’s illegal to eat in a burning building.
G.E.O.R.G.E./Flickr Some like it extra hot, apparently.
- In Chicago, it is illegal to take a French poodle to the opera.
Steve Baker/Flickr How many French poodles really want to go to the opera?
- In Eureka, it’s illegal for a man with a mustache to kiss a woman.
Mike Mozart/Flickr I know some women who would be in favor of that.
- In Chicago, it’s illegal to go fishing in your pajamas.
Branson Convention/Flickr Instead, wear an overpriced Columbia fishing vest.
- It is illegal to give whiskey to dogs.
david basulto/Flickr Seriously, what is wrong with you people?
- It is illegal to mispronounce Joliet as “Jolly-ette.”
Marcus Onate/Flickr I’m shocked by how many people I hear mispronounce this town name.
- In Ottawa, it is illegal to spit on the sidewalk.
Jason Borneman/Flickr Seriously, though, it is a pretty disgusting habit.
- In Kenilworth, a rooster must stand back 300 feet from a residence if it wishes to crow.
Alberto Abouganem/Flickr Let’s go grab the tape measure!
Ignorance of the law is not an excuse, folks. How many of these crazy laws in Illinois were you familiar with already? Make sure to let us know in the comments section! Or if you have other strange things about Illinois you’d like to share, we’re all ears!
David Locke/Flickr
But seriously, how can you not smile back?
Dennis Yang/Flickr
What is wrong with people?
G.E.O.R.G.E./Flickr
Some like it extra hot, apparently.
Steve Baker/Flickr
How many French poodles really want to go to the opera?
Mike Mozart/Flickr
I know some women who would be in favor of that.
Branson Convention/Flickr
Instead, wear an overpriced Columbia fishing vest.
david basulto/Flickr
Seriously, what is wrong with you people?
Marcus Onate/Flickr
I’m shocked by how many people I hear mispronounce this town name.
Jason Borneman/Flickr
Seriously, though, it is a pretty disgusting habit.
Alberto Abouganem/Flickr
Let’s go grab the tape measure!
To learn more about all the quirks of the Prairie State, take a look at our list of fun facts about Illinois.
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Weird Laws In Illinois
September 23, 2021
Marisa Roman
What are the weirdest things about Illinois? The tourist attractions in Illinois are probably the weirdest thing about the state. Take a look at some of our favorites.
The Curiosity Museum The Worlds Largest Windchimes (and more) The Leaning tower of Niles
What stereotypes are there about Illinois? Not all stereotypes about Illinois are true. We don’t all live on farms, have a steady diet of corn, and hate snow. But there are a few true Illinois stereotypes. We’ve definitely got accents, the North and South sides of the state have trouble agreeing, and you’ll never catch us without a jacket. You can’t have one without the other, right?! Is Illinois a great place to live? Living in Illinois is fantastic. From city life to rural areas, friendly people, and a wide assortment of things to do. Some of our favorite things about Illinois include:
The many hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Illinois The weird museums in Illinois The natural wonders in Illinois
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
The tourist attractions in Illinois are probably the weirdest thing about the state. Take a look at some of our favorites.
- The Curiosity Museum
- The Worlds Largest Windchimes (and more)
- The Leaning tower of Niles
What stereotypes are there about Illinois?
Not all stereotypes about Illinois are true. We don’t all live on farms, have a steady diet of corn, and hate snow. But there are a few true Illinois stereotypes. We’ve definitely got accents, the North and South sides of the state have trouble agreeing, and you’ll never catch us without a jacket. You can’t have one without the other, right?!
Is Illinois a great place to live?
Living in Illinois is fantastic. From city life to rural areas, friendly people, and a wide assortment of things to do. Some of our favorite things about Illinois include:
- The many hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Illinois
- The weird museums in Illinois
- The natural wonders in Illinois
