Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 136 and Chapter 149 are what are commonly called “Blue Laws.”  American Blue Laws, by definition, enforce religious (particularly Christian) laws.  Not many states still enforce their Blue Laws, because, well, cash is king and most states and towns are way too hungry for commerce to cut out a whole day [...]

I’m happy to report that there is a law in Alabama that prohibits you from wearing a fake mustache that causes laughter in church.  Why does that make me happy?  Because it’s a two-parter, and they are my favorite.  It’s not illegal just to wear a fake mustache.  Nor is it illegal if you cause [...]