Although an abundance of thought and oversight goes into the creation of laws in our local communities, unorthodox rules find their way into legal code on occasion. Here are 10 of the weirdest laws found in California cities as of Dec. 1, 2025.

No drinking cement in Indian Wells

The vast majority of people would never even consider drinking cement, but if you want to do it legally in the city of Indian Wells, it better be by prescription. An ordinance in the city prohibits inhaling, breathing or drinking intoxicating cement, glue, adhesive, mucilage, dope or any similar materials, the only exception being if it was prescribed by a licensed doctor.

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