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A few weeks ago, there was a discussion on the North Carolina Libertarian Party’s email list about strange laws in NC. This particular one was mentioned, and has to be my favorite:

§ 14‑197. Using profane or indecent language on public highways; counties exempt.
If any person shall, on any public road or highway and in the hearing of two or more persons, in a loud and boisterous manner, use indecent or profane language, he shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor. The following counties shall be exempt from the provisions of this section: Pitt and Swain.

Lest you believe that it isn’t really on the books, you can see for yourself.

I’d sure like to know what led to Pitt and Swain counties being exempt …