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Misc Dover, Delaware

It is illegal to whisper in church.

Status: Historical / Repealed

The Law Explained

The capital city takes its reverence very seriously, with an old blue law stipulating that whispering during a religious service is a punishable offense. This strict rule was designed to prevent gossip and ensure absolute attention was paid to the minister during lengthy Sunday sermons. Even though congregants chat quietly all the time now, technically, their hushed tones are breaking the law.

๐Ÿ“š Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Dover Code of Ordinances ยง 66-12
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Offenses Against Public Peace

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