Behavior Helena, Montana

It is unlawful to throw a snowball across an alley.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

In the capital city of Helena, tossing a snowball across a public street or alleyway is technically a violation of municipal ordinances. The law was originally drafted to prevent damage to property and avoid startling carriage horses. Today, it remains on the books as a quirky reminder of wintertime nuisance laws.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Helena City Code § 5-1-4

Where to look:

Helena Public Peace and Safety Code

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