Nevada has some strange laws, including bans on hula-hooping and state lotteries. While you can’t participate in Powerball or Mega Millions in Nevada, there are plenty of other ways to gamble in the state. The Las Vegas Strip also has a law against swearing, although it is not commonly enforced.

In addition to the ban on state lotteries, Nevada also has laws regarding pawn shops and funeral processions. It is prohibited to pawn property from someone who is intoxicated, and there are specific rules for driving in a funeral procession. The use of profane language on the Las Vegas Strip is also prohibited, although this law is not strictly enforced.

Other states with unusual laws include New Mexico, Massachusetts, and Colorado. In New Mexico, it is illegal to trip a horse, while in Massachusetts, scaring a pigeon can result in a $20 fine and possible jail time. Colorado has a law against throwing snowballs. Overall, each state has its own set of perplexing laws on the books.