What are the weird laws in Hawaii?

The 8 Weirdest Laws in Hawaii
  • Billboards are banned.
  • Don't annoy the birds.
  • Don't put coins in your ears.
  • Riding in the backseat of a car without a seatbelt is illegal.
  • Bars must serve one drink at a time.
  • No more than 15 pets.
  • Buildings must not be taller than the palm trees.
  • Don't turn on the hazard lights.
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What weird things are illegal in Hawaii?

These 21 Hawaiian Laws Will Leave You Scratching Your Head In Confusion
  • On Kauai, it is illegal for buildings to be taller than a palm tree. ...
  • When in a state park, you are not allowed to annoy the birds. ...
  • Billboards were outlawed in the 1920s. ...
  • It is illegal to have more than one alcoholic drink in front of you at once.
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Is it illegal to eat your second wife in Hawaii?

Husbands cannot eat second wife

In the Hawaiian Orakama tribe, it is illegal for a man to eat his second wife, according to StupidLaws.com . Cyrus Horoma, a freshman with an undecided major from Laie, blinked and said, “Cannibalism should be banned. You shouldn't eat other people.
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What items are illegal in Hawaii?

RESTRICTED OR PROHIBITED ITEMS:
  • Pineapple and bromeliad plants and fruits.
  • Passion fruit plants and seeds.
  • Cruciferous root vegetables (radish, turnip, daikon, horseradish, rutabaga)
  • Corn on the cob.
  • Citrus and pulpy fruits from Florida & Puerto Rico.
  • Taro and dasheen.
  • Coconuts.
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Is it illegal to have a tattoo behind your ear in Hawaii?

In Hawaii, it's illegal to have a tattoo behind your ear, unless it is done under the supervision of a registered physician.
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Weird Laws: Hawai'i



Is dancing in Maui illegal?

The County of Maui Department of Liquor Control says in order for an establishment with a liquor license to allow dancing, they must have a permit. They also must have a minimum of 100 square feet designated for dancing, and that designated area also has to be alcohol-free.
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Can you put coins in your ear in Hawaii?

Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! The United States has some really odd laws scattered around the country. In Hawaii, for example, people aren't allowed to put coins in their ears (King Kamehameha enacted the legislation in 1847).
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Is dancing illegal in Hawaii?

Simply put, it's illegal. But it's really not that simple. This is because “dancing” is not clearly defined. But if you're doing it and you're not on a designated dancefloor, you're breaking the law.
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Is it illegal to chew gum in Hawaii?

I recently went on a trip, and in preparation for the 10-or-so-hour flight, I thought it'd be wise to buy some gum. We all know that chewing gum on a plane helps equalize ear pressure; it's the best way to “pop” your ears.
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What Animals Can you not touch in Hawaii?

As a general rule, it is best to stay away from all wildlife. You should know it's illegal to feed or touch wild animals in Hawaii. That means no feeding the geese (Nene), no touching the turtles (Honu), and no swimming with the dolphins. These three issues are something we hear about and witness a lot in Hawaii.
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What is the apex predator in Hawaii?

The Hawaiian monk seal is an apex predator and a sentinel species.
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What should I avoid in Maui?

10 Hidden Maui Dangers
  • Body Surfing at Big Beach. Otherwise known as Makena State Park, Big Beach is one of the most spectacular feats of nature on the island. ...
  • Portuguese Man-o'-War. ...
  • Hiking Unawares. ...
  • Flash Floods. ...
  • Scorpions and Centipedes. ...
  • Jumping Off Waterfalls. ...
  • Staph Infections. ...
  • Swimming in Murky Water.
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Are slingshots illegal in Hawaii?

Section 13-146-19 - Firearms and other weapons (a) No person shall use or possess bow and arrows, crossbows, firearms, pellet or BB guns, paintball guns, slingshots, or other implements designed to discharge missiles except as provided herein.
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Is it illegal to drive without a shirt in Hawaii?

There are no traffic laws about drivers' clothing

But there are no laws about what not to wear, or to wear, while driving. You may ask, “what about shoes?” Many people believe it is illegal to drive barefoot. But in truth, no state has a law against driving barefoot. There are no traffic laws concerning driver outfits.
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Do and don'ts in Hawaii?

  • Hawaii do's and don't's.
  • Do remove your shoes when entering a person's home as a sign of respect.
  • Don't remove or disturb any artefacts in heiau (Hawaiian temples) or any tourist site.
  • Do wear aloha shirts and get into the spirit!
  • Don't wear swimwear or bikinis anywhere else but the beach.
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Is it illegal to eat and drive in Hawaii?

if a police officer in Hawaii spots you eating a cheeseburger while driving down the highway, you shouldn't be too worried, since there is no law that says you can't eat while driving.
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What can you not bring back from Hawaii?

Common Items from Hawaii NOT ALLOWED into the U.S. Mainland or Alaska
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables, some exceptions are those listed below as permitted.
  • Berries of any kind, including fresh coffee berries and sea grapes.
  • Cactus plants or cactus plant parts.
  • Cotton and cotton bolls.
  • Fresh flowers of jade vine, and Mauna Loa.
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Are there any homeless in Hawaii?

Hawaii Homelessness Statistics

As of January 2020, Hawaii had an estimated 6,458 experiencing homelessness on any given day, as reported by Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
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Is it illegal to pick pineapples in Hawaii?

Because of the length of time they take to grow, and how important it is that they are on the plant until ripe (and the fact that it is one of the country's largest exports), it is illegal to pick pineapples in Hawaii.
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Does Hawaii have Takis?

Look what hit our stores! NEW flavors of Takis! Available for a limited time only.
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What is the smoking law in Hawaii?

What is the Hawaii Smoke-Free Law? The Hawaii State Legislature recently passed a comprehensive Smoke-Free Law that will affect employers statewide. Smoking will be prohibited in all “enclosed or partially enclosed” businesses, state and county facilities, or places open to the public.
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Are roaches a problem in Hawaii?

Hawaii is home to over a dozen species of cockroaches. Why go anywhere else when they can live in paradise. For most of us, roaches are among our worst pests.
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Is it illegal for twins to work at the same company in Hawaii?

By law, twins are not permitted to work for the same company.
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Is it illegal to pick flowers in Hawaii?

To cut, collect, uproot, destroy, injure or possess any part of a threatened or endangered plant is considered a “take” and is illegal in the State of Hawaii and prosecutable by law.
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What is illegal in Hawaii to put in your ears?

It is illegal to place coins in your ears. So much for that classic magic trick where you pull coins out of another person's ear... 6.
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