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Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by Nobody: 4:08pm On Mar 26, 2019
USA carry all the laws for head... i better stay in 9ja jeje where u can bribe the law with 20 naira only or go to jail for 30yrs while those who stole billons bail thier selves with 1millon
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by agarawu23(m): 4:10pm On Mar 26, 2019
In most Arab countries, it's illegal to horn where pedestrian are crossing believing it cause heart attack
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by Houseofglam7(f): 4:11pm On Mar 26, 2019
Hilarious
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by hijodedios: 4:36pm On Mar 26, 2019
22. In Alaska, it is illegal to tie a dog to the roof of your vehicle

But it can actually be tied on the bonnet of your car .
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by derrydinny: 4:41pm On Mar 26, 2019
MorataFC:
32. In China, it is illegal to stop for pedestrians. This law is specifically strict in Beijing.

Whaaaaaat
Haba, this is cruel,brutal,savage,inhuman,barbaric, barbarous,brutish, and bloodthirsty murderous acts.
it is to ensure people use the pedestrian bridges, simple logic
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by bossrillboss: 4:42pm On Mar 26, 2019
MorataFC:
32. In China, it is illegal to stop for pedestrians. This law is specifically strict in Beijing.

Whaaaaaat
Haba, this is cruel,brutal,savage,inhuman,barbaric, barbarous,brutish, and bloodthirsty murderous acts.
..oga ade dey blow English for nairaland here,try go China first abi na Beijing first nd go stay for front of moving car so dat ur English go complete.

Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by Vainglory: 4:43pm On Mar 26, 2019
25. In California, it is unlawful for a vehicle without a driver to exceed a speed of 60mph. This one is the weirdest.
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by Lhimeet(m): 4:47pm On Mar 26, 2019
27. In Nigeria, you can be subjected to a psychiatric test if you are caught violating traffic light rules, using a mobile phone while
driving, or route violations


Which Nigeria? huh Wannabe
grin
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by AgreatMan: 5:08pm On Mar 26, 2019
bossrillboss:
..oga ade dey blow English for nairaland here,try go China first abi na Beijing first nd go stay for front of moving car so dat ur English go complete.
Na fake law.
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by PrinzCarter(m): 5:37pm On Mar 26, 2019
They no put smoking of weed ,obsession of weed , ,carrying doncom can carry you jail ,not paying 50naira to officer
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by Tapout(m): 5:43pm On Mar 26, 2019
Udstar:
Which Kind wahala be dis? grin grin grin
i swear, especially if u now have two or more cars and their numbers end with either 1 or 2 grin
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by Jobabori(m): 5:48pm On Mar 26, 2019
In Nigeria, it is illegal to drive without having a spare #100 naira on your pocket in case police ask for your particulars.
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by garriboy(m): 6:07pm On Mar 26, 2019
AutoJoshNIG:
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Traffic laws are instituted to ensure sanity and safety on the road.

Different nations, territories, and regions create these laws to suit their unique traffic challenges and environment.

To an outsider, some of these traffic laws might come across as a bit absurd, awkward, hilarious, etc. Hey, we just can't help but admit that some of them are straight up ridiculous.

However, there is always a story behind why some specific traffic laws became necessary.

Autojosh presents 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around the world.



1. In Russia, Australia and Romania, you can be fined for driving a dirty car.
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2. In Denmark, the law states that you must check under your car before driving to ensure that no one – especially children – is hiding
beneath your car.


3. In Cyprus, it is illegal to eat or drink anything while driving.


4. In Switzerland, you cannot wash your car on a Sunday.


5. In South Africa, you can be fined if you fail to slow down or stop for passing herds of animals.


6. In Luxembourg, all cars must have windshield wipers, even if they do not have a windshield.


7. In Japan, it is against the law to splash mud or water on a pedestrian.
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8. In German, it is strictly illegal to stop or break down for any reason on the "Autobahn" or federal controlled highway (which includes being
out of fuel).


9. In Ohio, it is illegal to let your pet molest a vehicle!


10. In Alabama, it is illegal to drive blindfolded. However, it is acceptable for you to drive the wrong way down a one-way street as long as you
have a lantern attached to the front of your car.


11. In Mariette, Georgia, USA, it is illegal to spit from a moving car, but you can spit from a moving truck.


12. In Evanston, Illinois,  USA, it is against the law to change clothes inside a car with drawn curtains except when the car is on fire.


13. In Oklahoma, USA,  the law forbids one to read a comic book while driving.


14. In Michigan, there is a law there that prohibits people from sitting in the middle of the road reading a newspaper.


15. In Denver, Colorado, USA, it is illegal to drive a black car on Sundays.


16. In Montana, USA,  you cannot keep a sheep unescorted in a truck.


17. In Minnesota,  USA, driving across state lines with a duck on your head is unlawful.


18. In Massachusetts, USA,  it is illegal to drive with a gorilla in the backseat of your car.
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19. In Minnesota, USA, gorillas can ride in the car with you, but it is unlawful for them to seat at the front seat.


20. In Florida, USA, if an elephant is tied to a parking meter, the owner must deposit money in the meter.


21. In Manila, Philippines, you cannot drive on Mondays if your number plate ends in a 1 or 2.


22. In Alaska, it is illegal to tie a dog to the roof of your vehicle.
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23. In California, USA, it is illegal to jump from a car driving at 65mph and above.


24. In Singapore, it is unlawful for a motorist to stay a distance of less than 50feet from pedestrians. Especially at zebra crossings.


25. In California, it is unlawful for a vehicle without a driver to exceed a speed of 60mph.


26. In San Francisco, it is against the law to wipe or dry your car with used panties or other underwear.


27. In Nigeria, you can be subjected to a psychiatric test if you are caught violating traffic light rules, using a mobile phone while
driving, or route violations.


28. In California, you break the law when you use a road as a bed.


29. In California and Tennessee, it is legal to shoot at an animal from your car, unless it is a whale.


30. In Greece, if a car is parked illegally, the police can unscrew and take away the license/number plate.


31. In Serbia, all cars are required to have a hook in order to be able to tow the car. Drivers are also expected to have a cord of at least 3
meters long.


32. In China, it is illegal to stop for pedestrians. This law is specifically strict in Beijing.


33. In Thailand, it is against the law to travel topless. This law applies to both men and women, regardless of whether you're driving a bike,
car or tricycle.


34. In France, it is a legal requirement for motorists to carry their own breathalyzer. Drivers can get a fine for breaking this law.


35. In Italy, your pet needs to have a seat belt.
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36. In Ohio, you cannot consecutively drive around the town square more than 100 times.


37. In Spain, drivers are expected to have a pair of sunglasses in the car at all times to avoid the risk of not being able to see on particular
sunny days.


38. In Kentucky, USA, it is illegal for women to drive in a bikini, except they are accompanied by two police officers, or if they have an
instrument of self-defense.
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39. In Alaska, USA, it is illegal to drive with a dog attached by its teeth to the roof of a vehicle.


40. In Mariette, Georgia, you cannot spit from a moving car but you can spit from a moving truck.


41. In Nigeria, it is illegal to paint your car in "Army Green" colour. An Act "Army Colour (Prohibition of Use) Act" provides that it is illegal to
paint a private car in the colour known colloquially as ‘army green’.
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See the complete list HERE


Source:

https://autojosh.com/50-weird-traffic-laws-from-around-the-world/
I can confidently tell you that 15 is a BIG FAT LIE
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by OyinbowithaTan(m): 6:15pm On Mar 26, 2019
chloride6:
In Alabama, it is illegal to drive blindfolded. However, it is acceptable for you to drive the wrong way down a one-way street as long as you
have a lantern attached to the front of your car.

Really ?

grin grin grin grin grin grin
Probably an old traffic law when people used horse drawn carriages.
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by TommyAnthem(m): 6:28pm On Mar 26, 2019
IN NIGERIA IT IS ILLEGAL TO BE LEGAL
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by EvieP(f): 6:41pm On Mar 26, 2019
Illegal to read news paper in the middle of the road. Ok
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by Ozkar: 7:35pm On Mar 26, 2019
braveboy64:
In South Africa, you can be fined if you fail to slow down or stop for passing herds of animals.
IPOBS WON'T LIKE THIS
why won't they like it?

You mean IPOB members currently don't slow down or stop when you and your friends and relatives are passing?
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by seunmohmoh(f): 8:39pm On Mar 26, 2019
No 7 should be enforced in Nigeria.
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by pointblank247(m): 8:42pm On Mar 26, 2019
When I was a kid I use to hear about one law in some northern states of nigeria. I truly have not checked it out, thou its a sharia law they claim, and it states that if you are driving, its a double offence to hit a person eating sugar cane. Pls is this true?
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by planetbluz: 6:41am On Mar 27, 2019
Really Wierd, Maybe To Check Thier Population.
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by tralala(f): 7:03am On Mar 27, 2019
MaiGemu:
Nigeria Law is uncountable.
Lmao
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by tralala(f): 7:05am On Mar 27, 2019
In the US you can be given a ticket for driving below speed limit. My sister was given one. � she was driving at 30mph on a highway that had a minimum of 45mph
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by tralala(f): 7:06am On Mar 27, 2019
pointblank247:
When I was a kid I use to hear about one law in some northern states of nigeria. I truly have not checked it out, thou its a sharia law they claim, and it states that if you are driving, its a double offence to hit a person eating sugar cane. Pls is this true?
Never heard that I lived in the North for 5 years
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by tralala(f): 7:08am On Mar 27, 2019
garriboy:
I can confidently tell you that 15 is a BIG FAT LIE
Some of these laws are plain hilarious and don’t even sound true
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by tralala(f): 7:13am On Mar 27, 2019
How is No.27 for Nigeria a weird rule ? This is a normal rule to all parts of the world. huh?
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by tchaik(m): 1:56pm On Mar 27, 2019
garriboy:
I can confidently tell you that 15 is a BIG FAT LIE
Not only that 15, many are false.

People post all kinds of thrash on the internet; and some unfortunate ones actually believe everything they see on the web.
Re: 50 Weird Traffic Laws From Around The World by tck2000(m): 3:50pm On Dec 14, 2019
Amuocha:
In Lagos, it is illegal to stop when Lastma stops you grin grin grin
lol
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