Behavior Kalamazoo, Michigan

It is unlawful to serenade your girlfriend.

Status: Historical / Repealed

The Law Explained

Kalamazoo apparently had a severe problem with loud, off-key romantic gestures disrupting the peace. City leaders passed an ordinance forbidding citizens from serenading their lovers, framing it as a noise nuisance rather than an act of romance. Modern stereos and boomboxes have largely replaced the midnight acoustic guitar, but the spirit of the ban remains.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Kalamazoo City Code § 22-19

Where to look:

Kalamazoo Noise Control Ordinances

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