15 Odd Nudity laws around the world

Are you a die-hard nudist or a bit prudish? Either way, you should know about these nudity laws from around the world before you get caught with your pants halfway down and get hauled off to jail.

Low-rise jeans in Michigan

In Flint, Michigan, it is illegal to wear low-rise pants that show off your underwear. This act is punishable by a $500 fine or 93 days in jail.

Strippers aren’t strippers in Tampa

In Tampa, Florida, strippers are not allowed to give topless dances, and they have to stay at least six feet away from patrons while giving lap dances. Is it even considered a lap dance at that point?

Naked plays in Sanford

In Sanford, Florida, people are allowed to get naked on stage but only for theatrical purposes (not for stripping). And that’s how the city got away with a totally nude rendition of Macbeth.

Naked time in Sweden

In Sweden, you are allowed to have, err, naked time with a partner or with yourself, even within the view of others. Just as long as you don’t intend to offend anyone.

Designated naked zones in Germany

Germany decided not to have a countrywide stance on public nudity. Instead, they set up six designated naked zones.

Naked hikes in Los Angeles

According to Hiking Naked, it is legal to hike nude in the forests of Los Angeles. There are some more details on this law, but essentially, “It is settled law in the State of California, that simple nudity does not constitute indecent exposure.”

Cleavage in Cleveland

Cleavage is okay, but underboob is out of the question. Exposing, “Any portion of the female breast at or below the areola thereof” is illegal in Cleveland, Ohio.

Fake body T-shirts in Cleveland

Cleveland, Ohio has quite a few odd laws. You can’t wear one of those trendy T-shirts with the figure of a naked woman on them. In Cleveland, it is illegal to wear, “Any device, costume or covering which gives the appearance of or simulates the genitals, pubic hair, buttocks, perineum, anal region or pubic hair region.”

Nudity in Cleveland National Forest

This is ironic, considering the no-underboob rule and no-offensive-shirt ban. But apparently it is legal to go totally naked in the Cleveland National Forest.

Apples out in the Big Apple

In New York City, according to Time, it is legal for women to go topless any place a man can go topless.

No nudes in Villahermosa

In the Mexican city of Villahermosa, it is illegal to be nude in one’s own home. According to CBS News, the city has taken a “zero tolerance” stance on those who walk around naked in their homes.

Full Frontal in San Francisco

In San Francisco, it is legal to be completely naked in public. In fact, residents of San Francisco partake in an annual naked bike ride through the city, which you can see on Vimeo. (Not safe for all eyes.)

Lights out in Hungary

In Budapest, it is illegal to have sex with the lights on. Even in your own home with your spouse.

Streaking in Baton Rouge

Feel like streaking while in Baton Rouge after a few bourbons? No problem. Just make sure it’s not with “intent of arousing sexual desire.”