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Animals South Bend, Indiana

It is illegal to force a monkey to smoke a cigarette.

Status: Historical / Repealed

The Law Explained

This bizarre South Bend ordinance reportedly stems from a 1920s incident where a pet chimpanzee was put on trial for smoking a cigar. In an era where performing animals were common street entertainment, the city decided to put a stop to nicotine-addicted primates. You will have to find healthier habits for your exotic pets.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: South Bend Ordinance No. 842
Where to look:

South Bend Animal Control Ordinances

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