Food Oklahoma

It is illegal to take a bite out of another person's hamburger.

Status: Historical / Repealed

The Law Explained

This bizarre urban legend likely stems from overly broad health and sanitation codes enacted during the 1920s to stop the spread of infectious diseases. While no one is actively policing your lunch dates, sharing food in this specific manner was once viewed as a serious public health hazard.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Oklahoma Statutes Title 63 § 1-1101

Where to look:

Public Health and Safety Code

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