STRANGE LAWS

TRUE – Memphis, Tennessee A woman may not drive a car unless a man walks in front of it, waving a white flag to warn approaching motorists or pedestrians.

It’s illegal to break wind in a public place. TRUE – Malawi It’s illegal to break wind in a public place.

It’s illegal to chew gum. TRUE – Singapore It’s illegal to chew gum.

FALSE All meat sold at supermarkets must be labelled with its farm of origin and the name and contact number of the farmer.

TRUE – Australia Only licensed electricians may change a light bulb.

Those who drink and drive can be executed by firing squad. TRUE – San Salvador Those who drink and drive can be executed by firing squad.

TRUE – Scotland If a tourist knocks on your door and asks to use your toilet, you must let them do so.

TRUE – Britain Taxi drivers are required by law to ask passengers if they’re carrying smallpox or the plague.

FALSE People who don’t take part in weekly government-run exercise classes must pay higher taxes for their health care.

It’s illegal for a woman to eat chocolate on public transport. TRUE – Britain It’s illegal for a woman to eat chocolate on public transport.