It is unlawful for an 'idiot' or 'lunatic' to marry.

The Law

This highly offensive, outdated statute stems from the eugenics movement and early 20th-century beliefs about mental health. The law was intended to prevent those deemed 'unfit' by society from procreating or entering into legal contracts they supposedly couldn't understand. While grossly archaic and practically unconstitutional today, the shocking terminology still lingers in old codifications. It serves as a stark reminder of America's dark history with mental health legislation.