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Ralph: Have you ever come across a law that made you scratch your head and wonder why on earth?
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Is that a rule?
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Today, we're diving into some of the strangest funniest and downright baffling statutes placed on businesses across the USA.
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Get ready for a wild ride through the eccentric legalities governing American commerce.
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From bans on specific food items to restrictions on certain sales practices.
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We'll uncover some wacky red tape, you would have never imagined.
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Now before we get started today, don't forget to subscribe to our show and join our email list.
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When we're going to discuss Roth IRA conversions.
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So you don't want to miss that.
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Let's start today with our relevant Bible verse.
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And you might wonder on this wacky Wednesday, how does Ralph find a relevant Bible verse well I'm going to make it work here?
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Ecclesiastes chapter eight verse two reminds us obey the King's command.
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I say, because you took an oath before God do not be in a hurry to leave the King's presence do not stand up for a bad cause for he will do whatever he pleases.
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So let's dive into this wacky Wednesday show first up.
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Did you know it's illegal?
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For a donut shop in Maine to sell bear claws.
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And I'm not talking about the pastries, but actual bear paws.
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How a bear call ban made into Maine law books is a mystery, but Hey.
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Better safe than sorry.
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Right?
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No bear claw concessions.
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Any time soon.
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Here's another odd law singing off key is prohibited while wearing a bathing suit in Florida.
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Apparently you'd better have a perfect pitch before rocking a swimsuit on a sunny Florida beach.
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No tone, deaf karaoke aloud.
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This certainly makes me wonder exactly how that law came to exist.
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Well buckle up buttercups because in Alabama, It's illegal to drive while blindfolded shocking.
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Isn't it.
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Let's hope most drivers don't need a law to avoid that dangerous practice.
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The story behind this weird rule must be interesting.
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Now on to everyone's favorite subject money.
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That's what we talk about here on the Ask Ralph Podcast in Tennessee.
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It's against the law to use a lasso to catch fish.
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While.
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An ingenious idea.
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In theory, fishing with a lasso is deemed illegal.
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So anglers, take notes, stick to rods and reels in Tennessee.
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I'm still trying to figure out how you would catch a fish with a lasso.
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strange food.
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bans also a bound across the country.
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For instance, in New Jersey, it's forbidden to slurp soup.
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I can just imagine a police officer scolding, no slurping that chowder before writing a ticket.
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Meanwhile in Ohio, it's illegal to get a fish drunk.
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no booze for the bass and trout, please let's hope this doesn't inspire any weird underwater frat parties.
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Sometimes outdated laws remain on the books through the ages, like in Georgia.
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Where it's still technically illegal to use profanity in front of a corpse.
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Now I need to know exactly what prompted that rule.
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There are also some business practices that are perfectly legal in most places, but for some reason, prohibited in select states, for example, In Louisiana.
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Only bakeries can legally make king cakes for Mardi Gras.
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Seems like an opening for a black market king cake operation.
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Bizarre bans continue across the country from prohibiting silly string and Hollywood.
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To outlawing the collection of rags in Utah.
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The reasoning behind much of this legislation remains a mystery.
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While these odd laws may not seem to make sense.
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We are called to honor governing authorities.
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However, we can still work to change unethical rules through ethical means when possible until then let's abide by the law with integrity.
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Now let's talk about some practical steps to avoid running a foul.
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That's a funny play on words of some of these odd regulations.
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So I always give you some practical steps and here.
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They are.
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Research local laws before operating a business or visiting a new region.
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The truth is folks ignorance.
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Doesn't make the law void.
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ignorance to the law is no excuse.
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As they say.
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Post relevant rules for staff and patrons when applicable clear communication prevents problems.
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If there's a law or a rule in your area, you need to post that and make sure that people understand those laws.
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And finally consult a lawyer if unsure, whether an aspect of your business complies with statutes, you don't want to guess ask the experts and keep yourself out of hot water.
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Those are just a few of the many weird, wonderful and downright confusing business laws across America.
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Who knows what stories and logic behind them may be.
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I'd love to know the origins of these strange rules.
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What particular laws have you encountered?
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Let me know, go to our website at askralphpodcast.com . Click on the microphone icon.
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And tell me about some of the peculiar laws in your area.
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If you've enjoyed this, be sure to recommend it to others.
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And before I close, remember what I always say, stay savvy out there.
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Friends have a good laugh today.
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And God bless you.
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Abundantly.
