Quirks in Australian Law
The Law can be a difficult topic, but not without humour! So weve put together some fun (real life) laws relating to the Australian Legal System to take your mind off studying torts and contracts. Please Enjoy!
Persons
Life sentences are only 25 years.
Minors may smoke but not buy cigars.
It is illegal to walk the streets wearing black clothes, felt shoes and black shoe polish on your face.
The legal age for straight sex is 16, unless the person is in the care/custody of the older person, in which case it is 18.
You may not trade with Pirates.