In Massachusetts, there are unusual laws that can result in a $20 fine and even jail time for scaring a pigeon.

In Massachusetts, there are laws against frightening pigeons, vandalizing milk carts, and disrespecting the national anthem.

According to Mass.gov, the 1780 Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is the oldest functioning written constitution in the world, and it was drafted by John Adams.

Massachusetts has some bizarre laws, but it is not the only state with such laws still in effect.

Below are a few strange laws present in the state of Massachusetts.

Before sneaking up on a pigeon in Massachusetts, consider this strange law.

It's illegal to scare pigeons in Massachusetts.

Chapter 255, Section 132 of the General Laws of Massachusetts covers the topic of pigeons being killed or frightened.

According to the law, anyone who intentionally kills or scares pigeons from nests made for their capture within one hundred rods of the same, except on land owned by themselves, will be punished with imprisonment for up to one month or a fine of up to twenty dollars, and will also be responsible for any damages caused to the owner or occupant of the nests.

Breaking this law could result in spending more than $4 per gallon of milk in 2024.

In Massachusetts, a law exists that imposes a $10 fine for vandalizing a carton of milk.

According to Massachusetts law, Chapter 255, Section 128, anyone who intentionally removes, alters, or covers up the name, initial, or device of a milk dealer without the owner's consent will be fined up to ten dollars.

According to Massachusetts laws, candy cannot contain more than 1% alcohol.

The General Law of Massachusetts outlines the requirements for obtaining a license to practice law in the state in Chapter 270, Section 8.

Breaking this law could result in a fine of up to $100.

In Massachusetts, it's important to be aware of this law before singing the famous lyrics "O say can you see."

Fines of up to $100 could be imposed on anyone who performs "The Star-Spangled Banner" in a public space other than as a standalone composition or number.

According to Massachusetts law, Section 9 of Chapter 264, playing, singing, or rendering "The Star-Spangled Banner" in any public place, theater, motion picture hall, restaurant, or café, or at any public entertainment, without embellishment or addition in the way of national or other melodies, or playing, singing, or rendering it as dance music, exit march, or part of a medley of any kind, is punishable by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars.

Massachusetts law has specific guidelines regarding the sale, barter, or gift of baby chicks, ducklings, rabbits, and other fowl.

This includes the dyeing or coloring of these animals.

According to state law, it is illegal to sell, offer for sale, barter, display, or give away living rabbits, chickens, ducklings, or other fowl that have been dyed, colored, or otherwise treated to give them an artificial color (Chapter 272, Section 80D).

Under the law, it is prohibited to sell, barter, or gift ducklings, baby chickens, or fowl that are less than 2 months old.

The law states that the sale or display of baby chickens, ducklings, or other fowl under two months of age by breeders or stores engaged in the business of selling for commercial breeding and raising is not prohibited. However, prior to May first in any year, ducklings may only be sold or purchased in quantities of twenty-four or more.

The state law allows the sale or donation of chickens, ducklings, or fowl to schools for classroom instruction, despite this section's prohibition.

Fines of up to $100 could be imposed on those who break this law.

Real estate laws vary state-by-state.

The disclosure of information required by law varies between states, particularly with regards to spooky events and haunted properties.

In Massachusetts, a seller is not required to disclose properties that have been psychologically affected, including alleged parapsychological or supernatural occurrences, according to Zillow's website.