Food Marion, Ohio

You cannot eat a donut while walking backwards.

Status: Historical / Repealed

The Law Explained

This absurd city ordinance was allegedly designed to prevent people from luring police horses away with sweet treats. Since walking backwards with food was considered a shady distraction tactic, the city simply banned it outright. Donut enthusiasts in Marion must walk forward like everyone else.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Marion General Offenses Code § 509.08

Where to look:

Marion Public Peace and Safety Code

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