Did you know a legend once made its way from campfire stories into actual county law? In Washington’s Skamania County, Bigfoot is not only a tale told in the woods. Since 1969, it has been illegal to kill the creature, with penalties that once carried the weight of a felony. What began as local sightings … Read more
The United States has two separate court systems that work side by side. Federal courts handle cases tied to the U.S. Constitution, federal laws, and treaties. State courts handle cases tied to state constitutions and state laws. Each system has its own structure, judges, and rules about which cases it can hear. Federal courts include … Read more
Virginia has a rich history, but it also has some weird laws that make no sense today. A few are harmless and funny, others are outdated leftovers, and some are still officially on the books. You will see everything from trick-or-treat bans to cave rock sales rules, and even laws about what happens in the … Read more
When you ride a motorcycle, the open road can feel like freedom at its best. But before rolling out of the driveway, you need to know the rules that can change the second you cross a state line. In the United States, there is no single national law that forces riders to wear helmets. Instead, … Read more
Arizona is famous for rules shaped by its desert. Cutting down a cactus without a permit can bring felony charges, a fact that often shocks outsiders. That law gave space for another story to grow, one that sounds just as dramatic but is not true. The claim says every Arizonan must give water to strangers … Read more
Gun laws in America can look very different depending on the state you live in. Some states let people openly carry a firearm in public without a permit. Others require a special license, and a few do not allow open carry at all. Knowing where each state stands helps people understand their rights and the … Read more
If you ever thought about trimming or cutting a cactus in Arizona, think again. State law makes it illegal to chop down certain cacti, even if one grows in your own yard. The saguaro, that tall cactus with arms you see in every desert photo, is the most protected of them all. It takes decades … Read more